Chief Medical Officer

Job Title : Chief Medical Officer

Department : Administrative

Reports To : Chief Executive Officer

Effective Date : October 20, 2025

Status : Exempt

Mission

"Memphis Health Center, Inc. mission is to provide safe, quality, affordable, and effective comprehensive healthcare services to the citizens of Fayette and Shelby Counties."

Position Summary

The Chief Medical Officer works as part of the clinical team and is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing / supervising all aspects of the clinical program of the organization.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Devote 50% of his / her time to direct patient care and 50% to administrative duties.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of all clinical services across all locations.
• Supervise and evaluate physicians, mid-level providers, and other assigned staff. Confers with the Human Resources Director in the selection, promotion, discipline, and discharge of clinical staff.
• Meet regularly with clinical staff to receive input and share information; serves as liaison between the clinical staff and CEO.
• Plan, organize, and direct Clinical Programs and implement specific action steps toward achieving organizational goals and meeting accreditation standards.
• Implement clinical components of any Program Guidance publications from the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Lead the Performance Improvement Committee and Quality Assurance Committee.
• Collaborate with the Executive Team to provide direction, develop plans, and create programs with related budgets.
• Represent the organization to the community; serve as liaison and coordinate care with other community providers.
• Ensure corporate compliance with industry standards and accreditation agencies.
• Demonstrate awareness of age-specific, cultural, and spiritual practices of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Understand the functional status and physical needs of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Understand and fulfill specific duties / responsibilities as outlined in the individual contract.
• Perform other necessary duties as required by the Center to meet the goals of providing primary health care.

Evaluation

Education / Experience

Memphis Health Center Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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