Executive Medical Director & Quality Champion

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 211,000 - 352,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health seeks a Chief Medical Officer for Western MA Hospital to provide executive leadership across medical services and quality initiatives. The CMO will guide clinical standards, credentialing, infection control, and regulatory readiness while partnering with hospital leadership to ensure high‑quality patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with medical staff, nurses, and administrators, with duties including committee leadership,

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed physician in Massachusetts.
• Board certification in a medical specialty.
• Five years of full‑time clinical leadership experience.
• Experience with quality improvement and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive and clinical leadership for Medical Services and Clinical Service Departments.
• Partner with the CEO and senior leadership on strategic planning, policy, and budgets.
• Direct and oversee specialized medical care programs with evidence-based practices.
• Oversee patient admissions, utilization, and hospital-level care.
• Lead medical quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory, accreditation, and medical staff compliance.
• Provide leadership to Medical Staff governance and credentialing.
• Foster interdisciplinary and external partnerships with state agencies and providers.
• Oversee operational, contractual, and financial aspects of medical services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

MD degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health seeks a Chief Medical Officer for Western MA Hospital to provide executive leadership across medical services and quality initiatives. The CMO will guide clinical standards, credentialing, infection control, and regulatory readiness while partnering with hospital leadership to ensure high‑quality patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with medical staff, nurses, and administrators, with duties including committee leadership,