Jefferson Community Health and Life
Chief Medical Officer
Jefferson Community Health and Life, Fairbury, Nebraska, United States, 68352
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing strategic oversight of the organization's clinical operations while maintaining an active patient care role. This dual-function position is responsible for delivering high-quality medical care (50%) and for overseeing the development and implementation of clinical policies, quality initiatives, and provider engagement (50%). The CMO ensures alignment between clinical practice and organizational goals, supports medical staff performance, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, and champions patient safety and quality improvement across all care settings.
Work Schedule Clinic and/or administrative days: Monday through Thursday (3 weeks/month) and Monday through Friday (1 week/month). ER: 1:4 backup call coverage (APP is primary call). QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution Board certification in Family Medicine Active and unrestricted medical license (or eligibility) to practice in the state of Nebraska Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience in family medicine Prior leadership or administrative experience in a healthcare setting required Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality improvement, and patient safety standards Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Experience in Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic models preferred Essential Duties
Executive & Strategic Leadership
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making as part of the senior leadership team Provide administrative oversight of the medical staff, supporting performance evaluation and development Representing the medical staff in board-level discussions and community events Champion patient safety, quality initiatives, and clinical excellence across departments Oversee or contribute to peer review processes, clinical audits, medical record evaluations, and quality assurance activities to support continuous improvement. Serve as a liaison between medical staff and administration to promote open communication, shared priorities, and a culture of trust and quality care. Provide Engagement & Clinical Oversight
Support recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and professional development for medical staff Review and approve clinical protocols and ensure the standardization of care practices Lead peer review activities, chart audits, and quality assurance initiatives Guide the implementation of clinical pathways and evidence-based practices Patient Care Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in the clinic, hospital, emergency department, and long-term care settings Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage complex cases and ensure continuity of care Maintain clinical competencies and serve as a model for patient-centered care Collaborate with leadership on the implementation of evidence-based practices, documentation enhancements, and initiatives aimed at reducing readmissions and achieving ACO performance goals. Compliance & Quality Improvement
Ensure adherence to HIPAA, CMS, and other federal/state regulatory requirements Lead efforts in quality improvement, infection control, and disaster preparedness Partner with leadership to meet goals related to re-admissions, care transitions, and ACO performance Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, HIPAA and Critical Access Hospital requirements. Perform administrative, operational, and risk management, responsibilities. Lead and participate in required programs related to safety, infection control, disaster preparedness, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Participate in performance improvement activities by identifying, reporting, and helping resolve operational issues affecting patient care or facility performance. Contribute to JCH&L committees, quality improvement projects, and department-level initiatives to enhance operations and patient outcomes Professional Development & Culture
Serve as a role model for professionalism, ethical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respect Support staff engagement through mentorship, training, and effective communication Participate in internal committees and external outreach to further JCH&L's mission Participate in all required education, safety, infection control, and quality improvement programs, including disaster preparedness and security protocols. Promote professionalism, integrity and a respectful, team-oriented workplace culture Maintain required education and training, including department meetings, in-service sessions, workshops, and other professional development opportunities Additional Responsibilities
Serve as a role model for professionalism, ethical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respect Support staff engagement through mentorship, training, and effective communication Participate in internal committees and external outreach to further JCH&L's mission
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing strategic oversight of the organization's clinical operations while maintaining an active patient care role. This dual-function position is responsible for delivering high-quality medical care (50%) and for overseeing the development and implementation of clinical policies, quality initiatives, and provider engagement (50%). The CMO ensures alignment between clinical practice and organizational goals, supports medical staff performance, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, and champions patient safety and quality improvement across all care settings.
Work Schedule Clinic and/or administrative days: Monday through Thursday (3 weeks/month) and Monday through Friday (1 week/month). ER: 1:4 backup call coverage (APP is primary call). QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution Board certification in Family Medicine Active and unrestricted medical license (or eligibility) to practice in the state of Nebraska Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience in family medicine Prior leadership or administrative experience in a healthcare setting required Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality improvement, and patient safety standards Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Experience in Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic models preferred Essential Duties
Executive & Strategic Leadership
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making as part of the senior leadership team Provide administrative oversight of the medical staff, supporting performance evaluation and development Representing the medical staff in board-level discussions and community events Champion patient safety, quality initiatives, and clinical excellence across departments Oversee or contribute to peer review processes, clinical audits, medical record evaluations, and quality assurance activities to support continuous improvement. Serve as a liaison between medical staff and administration to promote open communication, shared priorities, and a culture of trust and quality care. Provide Engagement & Clinical Oversight
Support recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and professional development for medical staff Review and approve clinical protocols and ensure the standardization of care practices Lead peer review activities, chart audits, and quality assurance initiatives Guide the implementation of clinical pathways and evidence-based practices Patient Care Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in the clinic, hospital, emergency department, and long-term care settings Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage complex cases and ensure continuity of care Maintain clinical competencies and serve as a model for patient-centered care Collaborate with leadership on the implementation of evidence-based practices, documentation enhancements, and initiatives aimed at reducing readmissions and achieving ACO performance goals. Compliance & Quality Improvement
Ensure adherence to HIPAA, CMS, and other federal/state regulatory requirements Lead efforts in quality improvement, infection control, and disaster preparedness Partner with leadership to meet goals related to re-admissions, care transitions, and ACO performance Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, HIPAA and Critical Access Hospital requirements. Perform administrative, operational, and risk management, responsibilities. Lead and participate in required programs related to safety, infection control, disaster preparedness, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Participate in performance improvement activities by identifying, reporting, and helping resolve operational issues affecting patient care or facility performance. Contribute to JCH&L committees, quality improvement projects, and department-level initiatives to enhance operations and patient outcomes Professional Development & Culture
Serve as a role model for professionalism, ethical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respect Support staff engagement through mentorship, training, and effective communication Participate in internal committees and external outreach to further JCH&L's mission Participate in all required education, safety, infection control, and quality improvement programs, including disaster preparedness and security protocols. Promote professionalism, integrity and a respectful, team-oriented workplace culture Maintain required education and training, including department meetings, in-service sessions, workshops, and other professional development opportunities Additional Responsibilities
Serve as a role model for professionalism, ethical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respect Support staff engagement through mentorship, training, and effective communication Participate in internal committees and external outreach to further JCH&L's mission