Chief Medical Officer

The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (The James) seeks an exceptional leader to serve as the next Chief Medical Officer (CMO). The CMO is responsible for leading The James medical staff and ensuring the delivery of the highest quality care to its patients. The CMO will work collaboratively with Seniors Leaders to move The James into the top tier of cancer programs nationwide and to navigate the challenges and changes within the current healthcare regulatory environment. The CMO reports to The James CEO and will provide on-going counsel and partnership with other executive leaders on physician and clinical issues. The CMO will work to enhance alignment and communication with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC), College of Medicine (COM), Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), and other campus entities that engage with The James on matters regarding medical staff affairs and clinical performance.The CMO will work in close partnership with The James Chief Operating Officer, The James Executive Directors, and the OSUCCC Director. The CMO role is an 80% FTE commitment: 30% providing clinical vision and oversight, 20% improving quality, safety, and patient experience, 20% serving as physician liaison, and 10% serving as Medical Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement. The CMO will be expected to maintain an active clinical practice at 20% FTE, for a total of 100% FTE.Routinely ranked in the US News & World Report as one of America’s Best Cancer Hospitals, The James is the 3rd largest free standing cancer hospital in the United States and serves as the clinical care arm of the NCI-designated Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. With twenty-one floors, more than 1.1 million square feet and 356 inpatient beds, The James has achieved Magnet recognition, the highest honor an organization can receive for excellence and quality in nursing practice.Primary Responsibilities:Foster a culture of innovation, inclusive leadership, and mission-driven excellence across the clinical enterprisePartner with cancer program leadership and stakeholders to develop, articulate, and promote the clinical vision and strategy for medical affairs within The JamesEnsure physician accountability to compliance, standards of professionalism, and competenceOptimize patient safety, quality, experience, and satisfaction in the inpatient and ambulatory settings to achieve top decile performanceAdvance value-based medicine strategies aimed at improving patient outcomes while ensuring resource efficiencyDirect The James associate CMOs and The James medical directors across the cancer clinical enterpriseCollaborate with OSUWMC department chairs on physician recruitment to streamline access and build clinical programmingMeasure and respond to issues impacting physician morale, performance, and wellnessRepresent The James as an active member of the Cancer Program nationally, regionally, and locally within the OSUWMC and across the University Qualifications:MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent degreeUS Board certificationLicensed/ license-eligible in the state of OhioMinimum of 10 years clinical experience in oncology clinical practiceMinimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience within a cancer hospital or clinical practice settingExceptional leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders, inspire and motivate others, successfully lead others through change, and act as a consensus builderDemonstrate working knowledge of healthcare quality and safety principles, metrics, and best practicesProven experience engaging broadly with investigators fostering a research community that supports career growth, collaboration, and long-term institutional successFamiliarity with best practices in physician recruitment and retention strategiesExperience with team wellbeing, including best practices and current trendsExperience developing innovative and interactive clinical educational programs, including CME for physicians, staff, residents, medical students and administrationEmbraces a growth mindset while demonstrating a high level of flexibilityNavigate complex challenges with determination and initiativeProven experience ensuring physician accountability to compliance, standards of professionalism and competenceMaintains up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging trends in cancer care to inform strategic decision-making and enhance clinical/ operational effectiveness #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06