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Job Title: Chief Medical Officer – OSUCCC-James
Opportunity Overview: The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (The James) seeks an exceptional physician leader to serve as its next Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This pivotal role will guide one of the nation’s premier cancer programs—ranked among America’s Best Cancer Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report—and advance its mission of delivering the highest‑quality, patient‑centered cancer care.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer of The James, the CMO will be the senior clinical leader for medical staff affairs and clinical performance. The CMO will partner with leaders across The James, the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), the College of Medicine, and the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) to ensure world‑class patient care, foster innovation, and strengthen the culture of collaboration, quality, and service excellence.
The CMO role is an 80% FTE commitment. Role allocation includes: 30% clinical vision and oversight, 20% quality/safety/patient experience, 20% physician liaison, 10% philanthropy/community engagement, plus 20% active clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Vision
Partner with institutional leadership to define and implement the clinical vision and strategy for medical affairs at The James.
Direct The James associate CMOs and medical directors across the cancer clinical enterprise.
Champion equitable health across the clinical enterprise.
Quality, Safety, & Patient Experience
Drive excellence in patient safety, quality, outcomes, and experience across inpatient and ambulatory settings, aiming for top‑decile national performance.
Advance value‑based care strategies to improve outcomes while stewarding resources effectively.
Ensure quality, safety, and reporting metrics are aligned with national, state, and local quality benchmarks, financial incentives, and best practices.
Physician Engagement & Development
Ensure accountability to standards of professionalism, competence, and compliance.
Collaborate with OSUWMC department chairs to support physician recruitment, retention, and program development.
Promote physician wellness and address factors impacting morale and performance.
Support innovative clinical educational programs for physicians, residents, students, and staff.
Institutional & External Representation
Serve as a visible leader for The James nationally, regionally, and locally.
Collaborate with philanthropy and community partners as Medical Director for Philanthropy and Community Engagement.
Location: Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356)
Position Type: Regular
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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Opportunity Overview: The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (The James) seeks an exceptional physician leader to serve as its next Chief Medical Officer (CMO). This pivotal role will guide one of the nation’s premier cancer programs—ranked among America’s Best Cancer Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report—and advance its mission of delivering the highest‑quality, patient‑centered cancer care.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer of The James, the CMO will be the senior clinical leader for medical staff affairs and clinical performance. The CMO will partner with leaders across The James, the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), the College of Medicine, and the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) to ensure world‑class patient care, foster innovation, and strengthen the culture of collaboration, quality, and service excellence.
The CMO role is an 80% FTE commitment. Role allocation includes: 30% clinical vision and oversight, 20% quality/safety/patient experience, 20% physician liaison, 10% philanthropy/community engagement, plus 20% active clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Vision
Partner with institutional leadership to define and implement the clinical vision and strategy for medical affairs at The James.
Direct The James associate CMOs and medical directors across the cancer clinical enterprise.
Champion equitable health across the clinical enterprise.
Quality, Safety, & Patient Experience
Drive excellence in patient safety, quality, outcomes, and experience across inpatient and ambulatory settings, aiming for top‑decile national performance.
Advance value‑based care strategies to improve outcomes while stewarding resources effectively.
Ensure quality, safety, and reporting metrics are aligned with national, state, and local quality benchmarks, financial incentives, and best practices.
Physician Engagement & Development
Ensure accountability to standards of professionalism, competence, and compliance.
Collaborate with OSUWMC department chairs to support physician recruitment, retention, and program development.
Promote physician wellness and address factors impacting morale and performance.
Support innovative clinical educational programs for physicians, residents, students, and staff.
Institutional & External Representation
Serve as a visible leader for The James nationally, regionally, and locally.
Collaborate with philanthropy and community partners as Medical Director for Philanthropy and Community Engagement.
Location: Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356)
Position Type: Regular
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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