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The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is the senior physician executive responsible for promoting ... Mayassistwith negotiation and management of short-term coverage arrangements (locum tenens)

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is the senior physician executive responsible for promoting ... May assist with negotiation and management of short-term coverage arrangements (locum tenens)

CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER Apply now Job No: 541031 Work Type: Full-time Location: PHOENIX Categories: Executive/Management, Healthcare/Medical Professional Level, Health and Nutrition Services ARIZONA ...

Chief Medical Officer / Physician Department: Medical Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Position Summary The Chief Medical Officer / Physician provides ...

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Middletown, CT · On-site

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The Chief Medical Officer will help advance this model by bringing clinical leaders together around a common vision for exceptional patient care. The Chief Medical Officer will guide the hospital ...

Physician Job Post Summary Seeking a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in Spokane, WA to provide strategic clinical leadership, oversee provider supervision and quality initiatives, mentor medical staff ...

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How much do locum chief medical officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum chief medical officer in the United States is $274,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $237,000.00 and $327,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Locum Chief Medical Officer vs Locum Medical Director?

AspectLocum Chief Medical OfficerLocum Medical Director
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification, leadership experienceMedical degree, leadership experience, often with administrative credentials
Work EnvironmentHospital executive team, strategic planning, clinical oversightHealthcare facility management, policy development, operational oversight
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, health systems, large clinicsHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in clinical settingsComparing healthcare management positions

Both roles involve leadership in healthcare settings, but the Locum Chief Medical Officer focuses on clinical leadership and strategic oversight at the executive level, while the Locum Medical Director emphasizes operational management and administrative duties within healthcare facilities.

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Infographic showing various Locum Chief Medical Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $274,592 per year, or $132 per hour.

Chief Medical Officer

Spectrum Health

Trenton, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

AboutFarmington HillsHospital

Recognized by U.S News and World Report as one of the nation's high-performing facilities for multiple procedures and conditions and has been recognized as a Magnet-designed hospital for nursing excellence. This hospital has grown in size and capabilities over the decades to become a Level II trauma center, serving the community since 1965. It also serves as the base teaching hospital for Michigan State University.

AboutTrentonHospital

This Magnet-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes.It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women's health.

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is the senior physician executive responsible for promoting excellence in clinical care, research, and education at the hospital. In collaboration with the regional CMO and other medical and hospital leaders, the hospital CMO will createthevision and strategic plan for hospital clinical activities. The hospital CMO will serve as an advocate for the hospital and promote consistentlyhigh standardsfor performance in clinical care, education, research, financial and operational performance in keeping with Corewell Health's mission,visionand values.
The CMO is the highest hospital physician clinical authority working in adyadrelationship with the hospital Chief Nursing Officer. The CMO will lead physician and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) engagement and alignment, operational improvements, participate in CARTS alignment as necessary, determine best practice models for care delivery, and collaborate to lead all aspects of provider wellbeing, data, quality outcomes, credentialing/privileging, including promoting professionalism and behaviors consistent with Corewell Health's values.

Essential Functions

Quality and Patient Safety

  • Accountable to ensure the highest standards for patient safety and clinical quality.

  • Responsible to monitor, expand and improve outpatient and inpatient clinical care and serviceacross atthe hospital.

  • Partner with the Medial Director of Quality, where that position exists, to develop and implement an annual quality and patient safety plan, including a plan for monitoring key quality and safety bench marked indicators for the hospital.

  • Assure that regular evaluations are performed on each Medical Staff Member based on the OPPE (Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation) and FPPE (Focused Professional Practice Evaluation) criteria set forth by the General Medical Staff and recommend and follow-up onappropriate action.

  • Responsible for performance in metrics as assigned by system Chief Quality Officer, in partnership with regional CMO.

  • In conjunction with the other hospital physician leaders, evaluate and takeappropriate actionon medical staff members as incidences arise.

  • Review, trend and report safety events. Implement action steps to prevent future events.

  • Ensure Hospital compliance with Joint Commission and other federal andstateregulatory and compliance agencies.

  • Participate in hospital and healthsystemQuality and Safety meetings as requested.

Service

  • Development and implementation of strategies tofacilitatethe delivery of care and service excellence for patients, physicians, and staff.

  • Jointly, with other hospital physician leaders, review available physician satisfaction data and monthly patient satisfaction data (HCAHPS) and discuss the action plans for improvement.

  • Lead hospital initiatives to improve the operational processes thatimpactpatients and clinicians at the hospital.

  • Jointly with administrative leadership, develop, implement,monitorand report annual operational performance goals for the hospital.

  • Assists in physician network development and physician recruitment programs anddevelopsandmaintainsa program to attract andretainphysicians in the communities served.

  • Mayassistwith negotiation and management of short-term coverage arrangements (locum tenens).

  • Establishes and implements policies and standards, evaluates new treatments, and conducts medical research (where applicable) to ensure quality of clinical care provided to patients.

Financial Performance

  • Responsible to promote system-wide performance standards for clinical services tooptimizefinancial and operational performance. In collaboration with the hospital President, regional CMO and other regional leaders, be accountable for overall financial performance of the hospital.

  • In conjunction with the hospital President, develop an annual operating and capital budget for the hospital.

  • Support the Value Analysis Team program and other supply chain initiatives.

  • Jointly with the administrative leadership, develop, implement,monitorand report annual financial goals for the hospital. Create and implement action plans for improvement whenappropriate.

  • Develop and support clinical programs which promote hospital financial stewardship and sustainability.

People

  • Responsible to recruit andretainsuperior and diverse clinical staff and foster a positive work environment.

  • Implement and enforce the Bylaws and Rules & Regulations of the hospital and of the Medical Staff.

  • In conjunction with the market President evaluate physician leaders at the hospital based upon annually agreed upon goals.

  • In conjunction with hospital and system leaders, recruit and implement programs for growth and retention of Medical Staff members based on the programmatic needs of the market and community.

  • In conjunction with the administrative leadership, recruit support personnel necessary to support programmatic growth and patient/physician/employee satisfaction.

  • Maintains physician relations and provides support services to physicians. Mediates issues between individual physicians and Medical Staff or Administrative departments. Maintains professional relationships with physicians, the executive team, and internal / external communities.

Growth

  • Responsible to promote growth in clinical services at the hospital through the development of integrated clinical programs.

  • In conjunction with system leadership, review annual market share and competitive analyses for each market.

  • In collaboration with the Regional CMO as well as other system leaders, develop annual strategicobjectivesand business plansidentifyingareas for programmatic growth at the system or local hospital level. Implement such programs which are approved.

  • Support strategies for system-wide clinical integration and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with corporate and divisional leadership.

  • Facilitate andparticipatein fund development activities in the organization and delivery of clinical services, the generation of gifts and endowments, the creation and licensing of intellectual property and the negotiation of contracts for clinical research and other services.

Academic Mission

  • Responsible to support and develop an integrated strategy for undergraduate and graduate medical education consistent with the priorities and standards endorsed by the regional CMO.

  • Encourage,participate,and support CME for medical staff.

  • Support academic and scholarly pursuits such as papers, research, and presentations that promotethe academicmission.

  • Mentor and develop faculty and promote excellence in teaching and scholarly activity.

Annual Report

  • On an annual basis, the Chief Medical Officer willsubmita report of activities,outcomesand assessment of progress in the domains of quality and safety, service, financial performance, people, and growth as a part of his/her performance assessment.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate Graduate of approved MedicalCollege.Required

  • Licensure and board certification, as required by the hospital's medical staff bylaws

  • 5 years of relevant experience in operations andfinancial managementand leadership in a hospital, academic healthcare center, or academic group practice. Required

  • Experience in medical staff functions.Workingknowledge of hospital operations, qualityimprovement,and strategic planning. Required

  • Additionaltraining in management oradministration.Preferred

  • Physician (MD) - State of Michigan required Or

  • Osteopathic Physician (DO) - State of Michigan required Or

  • Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) - State of Michigan State of Michigan required Or

  • Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) - State of Michigan State of Michigan required Or

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - State of Michigan State of Michiganrequired

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.


How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Department Name

Medical Administration - Trenton Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.