Chief Medical Officer directs the staff and develops policies for the organization's clinical programs. Works closely with hospital staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained. Being a Chief Medical Officer oversees the implementation of quality improvement efforts designed to improve clinical performance and maintain compliance with HIPAA and other regulations and standards. Evaluates developments and innovations in medical care and makes recommendations for new practices and procedures. Additionally, Chief Medical Officer advises CEO and medical teams on matters impacting patient care. Requires a MD. Requires State License to Practice Medicine. Typically reports to top management. The Chief Medical Officer manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
At York Hospital, we're more than a hospital. We are a team of providers, clinicians and staff members offering expertise within a Hospital setting, our community sites, and physician practices located throughout Southern Maine and the NH seacoast. Our caregivers' commitment is to make a positive difference in the lives of one another, our patients and our community by instilling our vision of Loving Kindness for all.
As a member of the York Hospital executive team, the Chief Medical Officer, in collaboration with the VP, Chief Administrator Provider Organization, identifies, develops, and implements strategic goals and objectives for the Hospital, employed hospital Medical Group and the Medical Staff to improve the quality and appropriateness of patient care. The position provides leadership and direction to the Medical Staff inclusive of the employed multi-specialty medical group. Functions as the liaison and facilitator for all communications affecting the governing board, administration, medical staff, regulatory agencies and medical staff. The CMO reports to the President & CEO of York Hospital.
The Chief Medical Officer is required to maintain, in good standing, a medical license to practice in the State of Maine. In addition, eight (8) years of increasingly responsible hospital management experience is required, with in depth knowledge of government regulations of health care regulations and physician practice management required.
York Hospital is a non-profit 501(c)(3) 79-bed hospital with five community sites and 13 physician practices. We offer exceptional care in a healing environment. From primary and preventive care and diagnostic testing to specialized medicine and surgical specialties to rehabilitation and care at home, York Hospital is known for its passion for centering care around patients and families and providing unbelievable experiences for all.
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