Chief Medical Officer (Supervising Physician)

Application Deadline:

07/31/2025

Salary Range:

$17,602.00 - $25,982.00 per month

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - Chief Medical Officer (Supervising Physician)

As the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), you will be a key member of the Director’s Office, providing visionary clinical leadership to advance OHA’s mission of delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare to all Oregonians. In this role, you will collaborate with senior leadership to drive clinical strategy, shape healthcare policy, and ensure that OHA’s services meet the highest standards of care, equity, and accessibility. Your leadership will be central to the agency’s success in improving health outcomes and addressing systemic health disparities across the state.

Key responsibilities of the CMO include:

• Clinical Leadership: Guide the development and execution of clinical policies and initiatives to align with OHA’s mission and goals, driving quality care and health equity across the agency.
• Quality and Service Oversight: Lead clinical services and quality improvement efforts, ensuring evidence-based practices and continuous enhancement of healthcare outcomes.
• External Advocacy: Represent OHA in legislative, media, and industry forums, influencing healthcare policy and advancing OHA’s priorities.
• Health Equity Leadership: Champion OHA’s health equity goals, driving initiatives to eliminate disparities and promote inclusive, accessible care.
• Risk and Crisis Management: Build relationships with healthcare leaders to manage risks and emergencies, ensuring OHA’s resilience and response to challenges.

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Leadership Experience: Minimum of five years in a healthcare management role, encompassing policy development, strategic planning, program evaluation, budget oversight, and personnel management.​
• Licensure: Possession or eligibility to obtain an unencumbered license to practice medicine in the State of Oregon.​
• Clinical Program Expertise: Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive clinical treatment programs, with a commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.​
• Process Improvement and Collaboration: Proven ability in process and system improvement related to active treatment coordination, along with strong skills in collaboration, relationship-building, and applying equity-informed data.

• How to Apply:  https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Summer-Street/Chief-Medical-Officer--Supervising-Physician-_REQ-183236

Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

• This position is hybrid but may work out of the Salem and/or Portland OHA offices as needed to meet business needs. The schedule and hybrid work approval will be discussed and agreed upon between the hiring manager and selected candidate. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

• https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Summer-Street/Chief-Medical-Officer--Supervising-Physician-_REQ-183236