Chief Health Officer

Chief Health Officer

CommUnityCare Health Centers

Austin, Texas

The Opportunity

CommUnityCare (CUC) of Austin, Texas, has exclusively retained AMN Healthcare to lead the national search for a visionary and collaborative physician executive to serve as its next Chief Health Officer (CHO). As a cornerstone of the rapidly growing healthcare safety net in Central Texas, CommUnityCare anchors a comprehensive, primary care-centered ambulatory platform within a novel, equity-focused public health system.

This is a critical senior executive leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, integration, and performance of all health-related services across the CUC system. The CHO will advance the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and patient-centered care, ensuring alignment with CUC's mission to serve those with the greatest need. The ideal candidate is an inspirational leader who can drive clinical innovation, foster a culture of transparent collaboration, and ensure operational excellence. This is a builder role for a leader who will serve as the primary architect of the ambulatory clinical enterprise, designing the new infrastructure, teams, and integrated systems required to execute strategy and create a sustainable system for the future.

This is a compelling opportunity for a mission-driven executive with a personal commitment to serving vulnerable populations to shape the future of ambulatory care. The CHO must be a leader who thrives amidst ambiguity and can lead through significant change, working in a highly matrixed environment to build trust and consensus.

Organization Overview

CommUnityCare is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) systems in Texas. In partnership with Central Health, the local public Hospital District, CUC provides comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, and women's health services to residents regardless of their ability to pay. Operating more than 30 locations, CUC focuses on improving access and advancing health equity in historically underserved areas of Austin and Travis County. As a teaching center of excellence, CUC is also home to nine medical residency programs affiliated with the University of Texas Dell School of Medicine.

CommUnityCare by the Numbers (CY 2024)

• 143,421 individual patients served
• 535,000+ medical and dental visits
• 93% of patients live below 200% of the federal poverty level
• 54% of patients are uninsured

Mission : To strengthen the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Vision : Striving to achieve health equity for all.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer of CommUnityCare, the Chief Health Officer (CHO) is responsible for the strategic direction and performance of all health-related services. The CHO oversees a comprehensive portfolio including medical services, population health, quality and patient safety, and clinical informatics. The CHO drives clinical innovation, ensures regulatory compliance, and promotes integration across care settings to improve population health outcomes and operational efficiency. The CHO holds an indirect reporting line to the Central Health Chief Medical Officer to ensure system-wide alignment and collaborates closely with system leaders in a highly matrixed environment.

Goals and Objectives

The CHO will lead the continued transformation of CUC's clinical enterprise and must demonstrate meaningful progress within the first 12 to 24 months. Key objectives include :

Candidate Qualifications

Education / Certification

Knowledge and Work Experience

The Community

Located in Central Texas, Austin is the state capital and the seat of Travis County, which is consistently rated one of the best places to live in Texas. The region offers highly rated public schools, a vibrant and diverse culture, and a welcoming community. Famous as the "Live Music Capital of the World," Austin boasts a thriving arts scene, unique restaurants, and endless entertainment. With a warm climate and abundant green spaces, including parks, lakes, and trails, the city provides ample opportunities for outdoor adventure for individuals and families alike.

Procedure for Candidacy

Nominations, referrals, and applications from interested candidates should be directed to the AMN Healthcare executive search team :

Russell Podgorski Senior Consultant, C-Suite & Academic Executive Search (425) 306-1131 Russell.podgorski@

Hisham Siddiqi Consultant, Executive & Physician Leadership Search (469) 491-5074 Hisham.siddiqi@