Chief Medical Officer - Carroll, IA

Jackson Physician Search; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Carroll, Iowa, is seeking a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to report to the President & CEO and collaborate with leaders to develop organizational strategies. The CMO will play a significant role in shaping policies, advancing quality initiatives, and leading medical staff. Candidates must have a valid Iowa MD/DO license, a current DEA license, and at least five years of healthcare experience. This position includes 50-60% clinical practice alongside administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa MD/DO license required, with no disciplinary history.
• Board certification or eligibility in the area of specialty is mandatory.
• Minimum of five years healthcare experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of quality and patient safety processes.
• Guide medical management decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
• Conduct routine chart reviews to ensure quality assurance.
• Identify clinical improvement opportunities with medical staff.
• Cultivate relationships with healthcare providers to enhance care.
• Advise on clinical strategy to address operational challenges.
• Champion quality initiatives and develop patient care policies.

Skills

Leadership

Quality initiatives

Clinical improvement

Patient safety

Education

Valid Iowa MD/DO license

Current DEA license

Minimum five years of healthcare experience

Job description

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will report to and work closely with the President & CEO, while partnering with senior leaders and the Board of Directors to develop and execute organizational strategy. This executive will play a key role in shaping policies, advancing quality initiatives, and ensuring alignment with St. Anthony’s short‑ and long‑term goals. The CMO will also provide leadership to employed, contracted, and aligned medical staff, as well as contracted medical directors.

St. Anthony’s

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of systems and processes that promote the highest standards of quality, patient safety, and evidence‑based care.
• Oversee, guide, and support medical management decisions to ensure optimal patient outcomes while aligning with organizational objectives.
• Conduct routine chart reviews and audits, including spot checks, as part of ongoing Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Engage with medical staff on a regular, ongoing basis to identify opportunities for clinical improvement.
• Cultivate strong, collegial relationships with physicians and clinical team members to enhance engagement and support high‑quality patient care.
• Advise Administration on clinical strategy and recommend solutions to medical and operational challenges.
• Provide physician leadership to advance clinical outcomes, champion quality initiatives, and encourage provider participation in developing patient care policies, protocols, and procedures.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Valid Iowa MD/DO license with no history of disciplinary action; board‑certified or board‑eligible in area of specialty.
• Current DEA license.
• Minimum of five years of healthcare experience required.

Position Details

This role includes 50–60% clinical practice, with the remainder dedicated to CMO and administrative responsibilities.

Contact & Scheduling

For more information or to apply:

Mark Dotson

Director, Executive Search

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