Chief Medical Officer

PHC is seeking a Chief Medical Officer!

Are you looking for an opportunity to do amazing work helping others? You've come to the right place. Let's make a difference!

Primary Health Care (PHC) was founded in 1981 by Dr. Bery Engebretsen in Des Moines, IA. Our mission has remained unchanged since that time, to provide healthcare and supportive services to all, regardless of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay.

Based on the needs of the communities we serve, PHC offers a spectrum of medical and dental services including family practice, behavioral health, HIV care and services, services for people experiencing homelessness, and pharmacy. Enabling services are available to help patients with benefits enrollment, case management, transportation, translation, and patient education. We currently have locations in Ames, Des Moines, & Marshalltown.

Are you an experienced and visionary medical professional looking to make a difference in your community? If so, we are seeking a Chief Medical Officer to join our team.

As the Chief Medical Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the clinical operations of our health centers, as well as providing direct care to our patients. You will work closely with our healthcare team which also includes behavioral health and pharmacy to provide medical oversight, develop and implement clinical policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with local healthcare providers and community partners. You will provide clinical supervision and mentorship to staff and collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement strategies to improve patient outcomes and access to care.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you must have a medical degree from an accredited institution, an active license to practice medicine in Iowa, and board certification in a relevant specialty. You must also have demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical setting, strong clinical knowledge and expertise, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Above all, you must be committed to serving the underserved and vulnerable populations in our community.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive and collaborative work environment. If you are a passionate and driven medical leader who is committed to improving the health of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Join our team as a Chief Medical Officer and play a critical role in advancing the health and well-being of our community.

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PHC also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Generous PTO accrual plus paid holidays

License / certification fee reimbursement

Paid time off for continuing education & continuing education reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement program

401k with company match

Medical insurance - PHC Pays, on average, 80% of medical premiums for all plan types (employee, employee + family, etc.)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Flexible spending & health savings accounts

Supplemental accident & critical illness insurance

Discounts on pet insurance

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