Optimus Health Care
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Chief Medical Officer
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Optimus Health Care . Optimus Health Care is the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, with multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford. The organization’s mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities served. The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as the senior clinical leader of the health center, responsible for ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved communities. The CMO provides strategic leadership of all clinical services, supervises clinical directors, supports clinicians, and ensures clinical operations advance the mission and compliance requirements of a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role partners with the CEO and executive team to align medical practice with organizational strategy, HRSA and Joint Commission standards, payer programs, and community health needs. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Provide clinical oversight to ensure access to comprehensive, culturally competent, patient-centered care across all sites and service lines.
Maintain a limited patient care panel to stay connected to frontline challenges and community needs where fifty percent (50%) of the responsibilities include direct patient care. The balance of clinical and administrative responsibilities may be adjusted based on health center needs.
Champion evidence-based practices and innovations in primary care, behavioral health integration, chronic disease management, and care for special populations.
Quality & Performance Improvement
In collaboration with the Chief of Quality and Transformation, drive the organization’s quality improvement program, ensuring compliance with HRSA requirements, UDS measures, NCQA, PCMH recognition, Joint Commission standards, and payer-driven value-based care programs.
Support quality data monitoring, reporting, and improvement plans to optimize patient outcomes and reduce health disparities.
Ensure effective infection control, risk management, and patient safety practices across all sites.
Supervision & Development of Clinical Leaders
Directly supervise clinical directors and other clinical leaders, providing mentorship, accountability, and support.
Lead recruitment, credentialing, privileging, and ongoing competency evaluations of physicians and advanced practice clinicians.
Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and professional development among all clinical staff.
Clinical Operations & Integration
Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and site leadership to ensure efficient, integrated workflows and effective use of the electronic health record (EHR).
Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and protocols consistent with FQHC regulations and standards of care.
Support the integration of medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and enabling services into a coordinated care model.
Clinician Advocacy & Engagement
Serve as the primary advocate for clinicians, promoting well-being, retention, and professional satisfaction.
Facilitate open communication between clinicians and administration to ensure alignment of clinical practice and organizational priorities.
Champion initiatives that reduce burnout and enhance provider-patient relationships.
Strategic Leadership & Community Engagement
Contribute to organizational strategic planning and ensure clinical input into service expansion, partnerships, and financial planning.
Represent the health center with HRSA, health departments, payers, community partners, and advocacy organizations as the clinical voice of the organization.
Advance health equity and address social determinants of health through strategic program development and partnerships.
Job Qualifications/Requirements Education:
Physician with Primary Care Training; Board Certified in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Obstetrics. A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Medical Management, or other health-related fields.
Experience:
Minimum ten (10) years’ clinical practice experience and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Medical Director or CMO. Prior experience increasing access to and quality of community-based medical services for Medicare/Medicaid-eligible populations. Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills; knowledge of healthcare management/operations and finance; experience with physician recruitment, resource management, credentialing, and quality and performance/process improvement. Familiarity with telemedicine is a plus.
Standard Requirements:
Supports an ethical standard which complies with a code of conduct free of conflicts of interest; supports the Mission and Values of Optimus Health Care, Inc.; complies with safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, regulatory requirements, and a respectful work environment.
Working For Optimus
Optimus provides a fun, fast-paced working environment focused on quality.
100% Outpatient Setting
Excellent health & welfare benefit options
Competitive compensation
Optimus and its multilingual staff serve the community in a patient-centered environment.
Optimus is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
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Join to apply for the
Chief Medical Officer
role at
Optimus Health Care . Optimus Health Care is the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, with multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford. The organization’s mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities served. The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as the senior clinical leader of the health center, responsible for ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved communities. The CMO provides strategic leadership of all clinical services, supervises clinical directors, supports clinicians, and ensures clinical operations advance the mission and compliance requirements of a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role partners with the CEO and executive team to align medical practice with organizational strategy, HRSA and Joint Commission standards, payer programs, and community health needs. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Provide clinical oversight to ensure access to comprehensive, culturally competent, patient-centered care across all sites and service lines.
Maintain a limited patient care panel to stay connected to frontline challenges and community needs where fifty percent (50%) of the responsibilities include direct patient care. The balance of clinical and administrative responsibilities may be adjusted based on health center needs.
Champion evidence-based practices and innovations in primary care, behavioral health integration, chronic disease management, and care for special populations.
Quality & Performance Improvement
In collaboration with the Chief of Quality and Transformation, drive the organization’s quality improvement program, ensuring compliance with HRSA requirements, UDS measures, NCQA, PCMH recognition, Joint Commission standards, and payer-driven value-based care programs.
Support quality data monitoring, reporting, and improvement plans to optimize patient outcomes and reduce health disparities.
Ensure effective infection control, risk management, and patient safety practices across all sites.
Supervision & Development of Clinical Leaders
Directly supervise clinical directors and other clinical leaders, providing mentorship, accountability, and support.
Lead recruitment, credentialing, privileging, and ongoing competency evaluations of physicians and advanced practice clinicians.
Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and professional development among all clinical staff.
Clinical Operations & Integration
Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and site leadership to ensure efficient, integrated workflows and effective use of the electronic health record (EHR).
Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and protocols consistent with FQHC regulations and standards of care.
Support the integration of medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and enabling services into a coordinated care model.
Clinician Advocacy & Engagement
Serve as the primary advocate for clinicians, promoting well-being, retention, and professional satisfaction.
Facilitate open communication between clinicians and administration to ensure alignment of clinical practice and organizational priorities.
Champion initiatives that reduce burnout and enhance provider-patient relationships.
Strategic Leadership & Community Engagement
Contribute to organizational strategic planning and ensure clinical input into service expansion, partnerships, and financial planning.
Represent the health center with HRSA, health departments, payers, community partners, and advocacy organizations as the clinical voice of the organization.
Advance health equity and address social determinants of health through strategic program development and partnerships.
Job Qualifications/Requirements Education:
Physician with Primary Care Training; Board Certified in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Obstetrics. A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Medical Management, or other health-related fields.
Experience:
Minimum ten (10) years’ clinical practice experience and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Medical Director or CMO. Prior experience increasing access to and quality of community-based medical services for Medicare/Medicaid-eligible populations. Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills; knowledge of healthcare management/operations and finance; experience with physician recruitment, resource management, credentialing, and quality and performance/process improvement. Familiarity with telemedicine is a plus.
Standard Requirements:
Supports an ethical standard which complies with a code of conduct free of conflicts of interest; supports the Mission and Values of Optimus Health Care, Inc.; complies with safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, regulatory requirements, and a respectful work environment.
Working For Optimus
Optimus provides a fun, fast-paced working environment focused on quality.
100% Outpatient Setting
Excellent health & welfare benefit options
Competitive compensation
Optimus and its multilingual staff serve the community in a patient-centered environment.
Optimus is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
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