Rural CMO: Lead Clinical Excellence & Health Equity

Family Health Centers; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 275,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Health Centers in Omak, WA seeks a Chief Medical Officer to lead clinical excellence and steer strategic vision for primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health and dental services in a rural FQHC.

Active MD/DO license required; strong leadership in clinical settings is highly valued. The role blends executive oversight with a part-time clinical panel and offers NHSC loan repayment options and federal grant support.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted MD or DO license (or eligible for licensure).
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical setting (FQHC, CHC, or rural health clinic experience is a major plus).
• A deep heart for community health, equity, and rural medicine.
• Ready to trade the city grind for a purpose-driven executive role where everybody knows your name—and your work directly changes lives?

Responsibilities

• Strategic oversight for clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and health equity.
• Balance executive strategy with a part-time clinical panel to stay connected to patient care.
• Mentor a dedicated medical staff and guide telehealth initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with regional hospitals and public health entities to improve social determinants of health.

Skills

Leadership experience

Community health focus

Rural health experience

Education

MD or DO license

Job description

Family Health Centers in Omak, WA seeks a Chief Medical Officer to lead clinical excellence and steer strategic vision for primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health and dental services in a rural FQHC.

Active MD/DO license required; strong leadership in clinical settings is highly valued. The role blends executive oversight with a part-time clinical panel and offers NHSC loan repayment options and federal grant support.