Marin Community Clinics
Associate Chief Medical Officer
Marin Community Clinics, Novato, California, United States, 94949
Overview
Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County. The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA). Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all.
The Associate Chief Medical Officer (“ACMO”) plays a pivotal role in supporting clinical excellence by enhancing care quality, improving patient satisfaction and safety, and strengthening care team performance across all clinical services and sites. The ACMO reports to, and collaborates closely with, the CMO to implement clinical initiatives, supervise and mentor clinical leaders, support provider recruitment and retention, and help shape a patient-centered, data-informed culture.
The ACMO is also responsible for supporting clinical operations, helping to monitor and optimize financial performance of clinical departments and programs, and supporting federal and state regulatory requirements for Federally Qualified Health Centers. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on clinical leadership and supervision to ensure the delivery of excellent, patient-centered, high-value and culturally responsive care to the communities we serve.
This is a full-time role with 50% Administrative time and 50% Clinical Time.
Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibilities, as delegated by the CMO, may include:
Provide day-to-day clinical oversight, supervision and leadership in coordination with the CMO.
Assist in recruitment, onboarding, training, credentialing/privileging and evaluation of clinical providers.
Lead initiatives in quality assurance, performance improvement, and clinical risk management.
Monitor and facilitate adherence to clinical guidelines and standards of care.
Participate in audits, quality reviews, and implementation of performance improvement plans.
Collaborate with health center operations leadership to ensure efficient clinical workflows and optimal patient access.
Track and support financial performance and financial solvency of clinical programs and departments.
Drive integration of primary care, behavioral health, dental, and other services.
Help develop and manage clinical policies, procedures, and protocols to support accreditation processes, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements for FQHCs (e.g., HRSA, Joint Commission, CMS).
Assist the CMO in executing the clinical priorities in the strategic plan.
Participate in planning and implementation of innovative care models, such as value-based care or population health initiatives.
Represent clinical executive leadership in internal committees, external partnerships and to the MCC Board of Directors, when appropriate.
Serve as a clinical executive lead during crisis response or public health emergencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide direct primary patient care within scope, serving as a role model for best practices in care delivery and adherence to standardized procedures and protocols.
Maintains and supports the comprehensive care of a panel of patients consistent with organizational needs and Associate CMO responsibilities.
Provides patient follow up and referrals as needed and within scope of medical licensure and training.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or related primary care field.
Unrestricted Medical License for the State of California.
Current BLS certification.
Minimum 7 years of clinical experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
MPH, MHA, MBA, or healthcare leadership training preferred but required.
Required and Preferred Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams with cultural humility and collaborative spirit.
Strong understanding of community health, FQHC operations, and underserved populations.
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices.
Ability to navigate and lead through change.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
Bilingual or multilingual capabilities preferred but not required.
Prior use of an Electronic Health Record (EHR). Epic experience highly desired.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Fulfill immunization and fit for duty requirements.
This is a full-time, hybrid administrative/clinical position.
Primarily works onsite in a clinical office environment, with occasional travel between sites.
Limited remote administrative work is possible, as approved by CMO.
May require occasional evening or weekend hours to meet organizational needs.
Use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Frequent standing and moving around the clinic.
Must be able to lift and move up to 15 pounds.
Benefits Our benefits program is designed to protect your health, family and way of life. We offer a competitive Benefits Program that includes affordable health insurance and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Dental and Vision Insurance, Educational and Continuing Education Benefits, Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness, Retirement Plan, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short term and Long Term Disability benefits, Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement, Scrubs Reimbursement, Loupes Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, Paid Holidays, Personal Days of Celebration, Paid time off, and Extended Illness Benefits.
Covid-19 Vaccinations and Booster Requirements All employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including current booster as a condition of employment, subject to limited exemptions. New employees are required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted before the first day of employment. If you completed your primary series and early boosters, but have not received the most recent booster, you will be required to get the most recent booster and mask until completed.
Marin Community Clinics is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Compensation Min USD $286,424.00/Yr.
Max USD $308,888.00/Yr.
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The Associate Chief Medical Officer (“ACMO”) plays a pivotal role in supporting clinical excellence by enhancing care quality, improving patient satisfaction and safety, and strengthening care team performance across all clinical services and sites. The ACMO reports to, and collaborates closely with, the CMO to implement clinical initiatives, supervise and mentor clinical leaders, support provider recruitment and retention, and help shape a patient-centered, data-informed culture.
The ACMO is also responsible for supporting clinical operations, helping to monitor and optimize financial performance of clinical departments and programs, and supporting federal and state regulatory requirements for Federally Qualified Health Centers. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on clinical leadership and supervision to ensure the delivery of excellent, patient-centered, high-value and culturally responsive care to the communities we serve.
This is a full-time role with 50% Administrative time and 50% Clinical Time.
Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibilities, as delegated by the CMO, may include:
Provide day-to-day clinical oversight, supervision and leadership in coordination with the CMO.
Assist in recruitment, onboarding, training, credentialing/privileging and evaluation of clinical providers.
Lead initiatives in quality assurance, performance improvement, and clinical risk management.
Monitor and facilitate adherence to clinical guidelines and standards of care.
Participate in audits, quality reviews, and implementation of performance improvement plans.
Collaborate with health center operations leadership to ensure efficient clinical workflows and optimal patient access.
Track and support financial performance and financial solvency of clinical programs and departments.
Drive integration of primary care, behavioral health, dental, and other services.
Help develop and manage clinical policies, procedures, and protocols to support accreditation processes, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements for FQHCs (e.g., HRSA, Joint Commission, CMS).
Assist the CMO in executing the clinical priorities in the strategic plan.
Participate in planning and implementation of innovative care models, such as value-based care or population health initiatives.
Represent clinical executive leadership in internal committees, external partnerships and to the MCC Board of Directors, when appropriate.
Serve as a clinical executive lead during crisis response or public health emergencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide direct primary patient care within scope, serving as a role model for best practices in care delivery and adherence to standardized procedures and protocols.
Maintains and supports the comprehensive care of a panel of patients consistent with organizational needs and Associate CMO responsibilities.
Provides patient follow up and referrals as needed and within scope of medical licensure and training.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or related primary care field.
Unrestricted Medical License for the State of California.
Current BLS certification.
Minimum 7 years of clinical experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
MPH, MHA, MBA, or healthcare leadership training preferred but required.
Required and Preferred Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams with cultural humility and collaborative spirit.
Strong understanding of community health, FQHC operations, and underserved populations.
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices.
Ability to navigate and lead through change.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
Bilingual or multilingual capabilities preferred but not required.
Prior use of an Electronic Health Record (EHR). Epic experience highly desired.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Fulfill immunization and fit for duty requirements.
This is a full-time, hybrid administrative/clinical position.
Primarily works onsite in a clinical office environment, with occasional travel between sites.
Limited remote administrative work is possible, as approved by CMO.
May require occasional evening or weekend hours to meet organizational needs.
Use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Frequent standing and moving around the clinic.
Must be able to lift and move up to 15 pounds.
Benefits Our benefits program is designed to protect your health, family and way of life. We offer a competitive Benefits Program that includes affordable health insurance and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Dental and Vision Insurance, Educational and Continuing Education Benefits, Student Loan Repayment and Loan Forgiveness, Retirement Plan, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short term and Long Term Disability benefits, Professional Fee Reimbursement, Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement, Scrubs Reimbursement, Loupes Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, Paid Holidays, Personal Days of Celebration, Paid time off, and Extended Illness Benefits.
Covid-19 Vaccinations and Booster Requirements All employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including current booster as a condition of employment, subject to limited exemptions. New employees are required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted before the first day of employment. If you completed your primary series and early boosters, but have not received the most recent booster, you will be required to get the most recent booster and mask until completed.
Marin Community Clinics is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Compensation Min USD $286,424.00/Yr.
Max USD $308,888.00/Yr.
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