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Chief Medical Officer - OSUCCC-James
Chief Medical Officer - OSUCCC-JamesOhio State University • Columbus, OH, United States
Chief Medical Officer - OSUCCC-James

Chief Medical Officer - OSUCCC-James

Ohio State University • Columbus, OH, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Chief Medical Officer - OSUCCC-James

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 is a pivotal opportunity to guide one of the nation's premier cancer programsranked among America's Best Cancer Hospitals by U.S. News & World Reportand to advance its mission of delivering the highest-quality, patient-centered cancer care.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC), committed to providing world-class care, is one of the nation's leading academic health centers, consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best hospitals for over 30 years, with nine nationally ranked specialties. The College of Medicine, with nearly 5,000 learners and more than 2,600 faculty members, is nationally recognized for curricular innovation and pioneering research. The Ohio State University is a top 20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones.

Columbus, the state's capital, is home to The Ohio State University, a Top 20 public university. With a population of over 2.2 million, the metropolitan area is one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S., offering an affordable cost of living, diverse cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy.

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

  • 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.
  • The position is located at Twelfth Ave, 395 W (0356). The position type is regular, and the shift is first shift.

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