Chief Medical Officer

Physician Pivot; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 251,000 - 367,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training & certification support

Student loan programs

EAP resources

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Valley Cities is seeking a Chief Medical Officer in Federal Way, WA for a full-time exempt role overseeing psychiatric and medical services and guiding clinical quality initiatives.

You will lead CQI efforts, advise the CQI Committee, and collaborate with staff to advance recovery-oriented, evidence-based practices across programs. This executive position offers comprehensive benefits and a pathway to organizational impact.

Qualifications

• Valid MD/DO license to practice in Washington state.
• Minimum five years of supervisory experience.
• Clear understanding of recovery principles.
• Experience with political/community leaders and public stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices (MI, EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT).
• Experience with mental/behavioral health clients and collaboration with professionals.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of operational effectiveness of psychiatric and medical services.
• Provide clinical consultation to staff on current programming.
• Advise CQI Committee and support organizational functioning.
• Assist in clinical policy development and agency-wide issues.
• Analyze clinical issues and propose program-wide solutions.
• Lead budgeting and KPI reporting in collaboration with Finance.
• Serve as liaison between Administration and psychiatrists.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Recovery principles

Evidence-Based Practices

Collaboration with clients

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Chief Medical Officer | Federal Way, WA | FULL-TIME | EXEMPT | $251,082.00 - $366,900.00

About Valley Cities

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

What You’ll Do (Essential Functions)

• Oversight of the agency’s operational effectiveness of psychiatric and medical services.


• Maintain knowledge of clinical quality and trends and provide consultation for staff on current and new programming.


• In collaboration with other staff to ensure that quality improvement principles and practices are incorporated in all aspects of organizational functioning.


• Serve as advisor to the agency’s CQI Committee and contribute to organization and continuing committee functioning, as assigned by the CEO.


• Assist the CQI Committee in the analysis of clinical issues and development of proposed agency wide clinical policy.


• Provide clinical consultation regarding client, staff, and/or program issues to agency programs upon request of Directors and Managers.


• Participate in individual program planning as requested by the CEO.


• Function as liaison between Administration and psychiatrists regarding clinical policies, directions, and procedures.

Financial Responsibilities

• Consult with accounting and the Chief Financial Officer to oversee budget development for all programs supervised, assuring they are contractually responsive and otherwise accountable.


• Use cost benefit analysis as a tool for decision making.


• Provides timely and accurate KPI and data reports to the CEO.


• Formulates budget based on appropriate workload indicators and anticipated revenues in conjunction with Finance Director.

Human Resources Responsibilities

• Promote the recruitment, retention, development, and continuing education of all staff members and promote the agency’s mission.


• Work in compliance with profession and agency Codes of Ethics.


• Effectively manages employee conflicts and builds and maintains a sense of teamwork among staff members.


• Places high value on cultural competency and ensures that hiring reflects community demographics**.

What You’ll Bring (Required) Education And Experience

• Valid Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) / the ability to practice medicine in Washington state required.


• Minimum five years of supervisory experience.


• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of recovery.


• Can illustrate documented, service-oriented experience that includes successful contacts with political representatives, community and business leaders, contributors, and public at large.


• Demonstrated knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices, including MI, EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT.


• Experience collaborating directly with clients in mental/behavioral health, social work, or medical settings.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse population.

Other

• Pass required background checks.


• TB test upon hiring.


• Dependable transportation.

Nice To Have (Preferred)

• Certification in general psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Join Our Team! Be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. Meaningful work, and comprehensive benefits:


• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents


• Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.


• Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre‑tax/Roth available


• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources


• Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options


• Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs


• Annual longevity bonuses


• Recognition programs and incentives


• Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure


• Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable


• Paid training days and yearly training fund

We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission-driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others! We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E‑Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.