Chief Medical Officer

Chief Medical Officer (CMO)Location: Antelope Valley & East Kern County, CASchedule: Full-Time | The role is structured as 60% clinical (approximately 3 days/week) and 40% administrative (2 days/week). Organization: Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center (BACHC)Salary Range: $320,000 - $400,000 annually (DOE)Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Make a Meaningful Impact in Community HealthBartz-Altadonna Community Health Center (BACHC), a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking an exceptional physician leader to serve as our next Chief Medical Officer (CMO).We're looking for a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative leader who is ready to shape clinical care across a growing network of service sites in the Antelope Valley and East Kern County region. This is a rare opportunity to combine direct patient care with executive leadership"”helping improve access to quality healthcare for thousands of underserved individuals and families.Your Role as CMOAs our Chief Medical Officer, you will:Provide direct primary care services 60% at one of our clinic sites (Monday-Friday schedule)Oversee and supervise all licensed medical providers (MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs)Lead monthly provider meetings, performance reviews, and provider productivity coachingDevelop and monitor Quality Improvement strategies and HEDIS metric performanceChampion accurate documentation, coding, and note closure to meet billing and compliance standardsEnsure compliance with HRSA, TJC, PCMH, and other regulatory bodiesServe as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, collaborating on organizational goals, strategy, staffing, and operationsRepresent BACHC in Board meetings and with community partners (as approved by the CEO)QualificationsMD or DO from an accredited institution; board-certified in a primary care specialty (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, etc.)Active California medical license (or eligible for immediate licensure)At least 5 years of clinical practice experience and 3 years in medical leadershipPrior FQHC or community health experience preferredStrong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skillsCommitted to BACHC's mission of health equity and care for underserved communitiesWhy Join BACHC?Competitive Salary$320,000 - 400,000 DOEFull Benefits PackageMedical, dental, and vision insurance403(b) retirement plan with employer contributionGenerous paid time off, holidays, and wellness leaveCME time and allowanceFTCA malpractice coverageNHSC & state loan repayment program eligibilityApply TodayIf you're ready to lead with heart, serve with purpose, and transform healthcare in our community, we'd love to hear from you.Send your CV and a brief letter of interest to: hr@Learn more about us at: Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Created: 2025-10-02