Chief Medical Officer

Company: StevenDouglas
Location: Camden
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description StevenDouglas an executive search firm has partnered with a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) to find a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to join their Executive Team. According to the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), health centers are community-based and patient-directed organizations that deliver comprehensive, culturally competent, high-quality primary health care services to the nation’s most vulnerable individuals and families, including people experiencing homelessness, agricultural workers, residents of public housing, and veterans. As a patient centered medical home provider they provide comprehensive healthcare to all individuals. They provide services such as primary care, mental health care, chiropractic, onsite pharmacy and lab services, to meet the needs of their patients. They also provide healthcare services in the community such as patient education, flu shots, and health screenings such as blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol and HIV. Our client is seeking a passionate, visionary physician leader to serve as their CMO. This is a front-line executive role focused on clinical leadership, quality care and strategic direction. In addition, they need someone who sees medicine as more than a profession, someone driven by purpose, energized by challenge, and committed to improving care in the communities they serve. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and oversight to medical providers and teams Lead quality improvement, credentialing, and risk management efforts Ensure consistency in care delivery, compliance, and patient satisfaction Deliver direct patient care and support clinical innovation Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to align care with organizational strategy What You Bring MD or DO with active SC license and board eligibility 5 years of clinical experience, 1 years in healthcare leadership Familiarity with FQHC operations, Medicaid/Medicare billing, and quality benchmarks In good standing with NPDB; no history of sanctions or billing issues Strong background in mentoring, compliance, and team development Bonus: Family Medicine preferred; MPH or MBA is a plus Ideal Candidates Will Be Mission-driven and equity-focused Natural leaders who are confident, compassionate, and collaborative Strategic thinkers who are ready to innovate and leave a lasting impact Certification Requirements DEA Certification (Preferred) Education Requirements - Medical Degree (MD or DO) Additional Information / Benefits Competitive salary Paid Holidays 401K/403b Plan Short Term Disability Dental Insurance Paid Vacation Paid Sick Days Vision Insurance Medical Insurance Life Insurance

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