Chief Medical Officer

HCA Healthcare; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Medical Officer to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care at their Reston Hospital Center. This pivotal role involves leading clinical initiatives, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and enhancing patient experience through strategic oversight. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality improvement. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence healthcare delivery and make a significant impact on the community. Join a forward-thinking organization that values excellence and innovation in healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work programs

Free counseling services

Referral services for child and elder care

Qualifications

• 10+ years in clinical practice with leadership experience.
• Current medical license and board certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical performance standards and improve patient experience.
• Collaborate with medical staff and improve effectiveness.
• Drive improvements in physician and patient satisfaction.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Patient Care Standards

Infection Control

Risk Management

Quality Improvement

Medical Education

Education

MD or DO

Master’s in Business or Healthcare Administration

Job description

Description

This position is incentive eligible.

Introduction

Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and the United Kingdom. We are looking for a Chief Medical Officer for our Reston Hospital Center team, where excellence creates excellence.

Benefits

Reston Hospital Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage covering many common services at no cost or a low copay, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine, and AirMed transportation.
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits, including adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and other providers.
• Retirement readiness and rollover assistance, banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loans, certifications, scholarships).
• Colleague recognition programs.
• Time Away From Work programs, including paid time off, family leave, disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare has invested over 3.5 billion in capital improvements recently. Do you want to influence healthcare? Apply for our Chief Medical Officer role today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) ensures high-quality, patient-centered care by leading clinical and quality initiatives that support consistent clinical performance and standards across the hospital. The CMO provides senior leadership for infection control, risk management, safety, and credentialing, ensuring collaboration among stakeholders. The CMO analyzes quality performance, identifies improvement opportunities, and advises on physician-related issues. The role also contributes to hospital strategy and service development to ensure quality and enhance patient experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead clinical performance standards to ensure superior outcomes and patient experience.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, medical staff, and boards to improve medical staff effectiveness.
• Partner with medical staff and management to foster teamwork and shared goals.
• Provide clinical support for cost-effective resource management, sharing reports and recommendations.
• Create a data-driven environment for quality and cost improvement, monitoring resource utilization and outcomes.
• Serve as liaison between physicians and clinical services.
• Develop and oversee medical education programs for staff leadership.
• Lead educational sessions on resource management, standards, and quality issues.
• Assemble regional physician advisory panels and serve as liaison to leadership.
• Explain and promote clinical initiatives to staff and physicians.
• Collaborate with corporate CMOs and other facilities.
• Educate physicians on clinical technologies and supply chain opportunities.
• Develop policies for physician performance and monitor compliance.
• Consult on physician credentialing, utilization, and quality profiling.
• Evaluate new medical technologies and programs.
• Support physician recruitment, clinical development, and hospital strategy.
• Provide medical director services related to credentialing, business, and provider relations.
• Advise on contracting, pricing, and managed care issues.
• Support reduction of payer denials and manage appeals processes.
• Participate in corporate and national meetings on quality, safety, and staff activities.
• Promote positive patient interactions and evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a spokesperson for clinical practice, safety, and quality initiatives.
• Foster collaboration and partnership in patient care.
• Establish effective relationships with medical staff leaders.
• Ensure recognition of clinical excellence through metrics.
• Help set hospital direction and policy in collaboration with staff.
• Drive improvements in physician and patient satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO required.
• Master’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years in clinical practice required.
• Experience as a CMO or equivalent in a large hospital or health system preferred.
• Current and valid medical license in any US state required.
• Board certification required.

Reston Hospital Center is a 282-bed facility specializing in maternal/child health, surgical services, urological services, cancer care, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging.

HCA Healthcare (Corporate) supports diverse roles from operations to administration, offering resources and career growth opportunities. Nashville hosts our Executive Development Program for aspiring CNOs and COOs, focusing on leadership and industry knowledge. Recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, HCA invests heavily in charitable care and community support.

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