The George Washington University Hospital, located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington D.C., is seeking an accomplished and experienced Chief Medical Officer to join our administrative team and lead the medical staff and patient care programs. Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Medical Officer will have oversight and administrative responsibility for monitoring and ensuring uniformity and continuity of patient care within the professional medical services and integrated delivery system of GW University Hospital. The CMO will also serve as the contact point and strengthen alignment with the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates (soon to be Capital Medical Group) on patient care, education, and research. Opportunity Highlights: Join the administrative team at the renowned GW University HospitalMaintain a clinical practice, preferably with the GW Medical Faculty Associates (soon to be Capital Medical Group) Competitive compensation with base salary and commencement bonusBonus opportunity based on achievement of metrics and KPIsRequired Credentials: CMO, CPE or equivalent experience in an acute care hospital settingMedical degree from an accredited medical schoolMaster s or Physician Executive advanced degree or certification preferred (MBA, MHA, MPH, MMM, FACHE) Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency programCurrent board certification with the ABMS in specialty of trainingActive District of Columbia medical license or ability to obtainClean professional background and history Qualifications and Experience: Extensive experience in hospital operations, medical staff policies and procedures, and quality and utilizationExpertise in quality, regulatory, safety, and risk management in an acute care settingAdaptability, resilience, and ability to navigate complex environments and politicsHighly effective communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skillsExceptional management, financial, and leadership skillsAbility to lead, mentor and manage medical, clinical and hospital staffCompassionate and empathetic approach to patient care and staff development Position Responsibilities: Oversight and leadership of the medical staff and care management programsDevelop and recommend changes in policies, clinical programs, facilities, and equipment related to patient careSupport Chief Quality Officer in translating Hospital Patient Safety and QI programs into sustainable, effective and measurable actionsWork closely with the Medical Executive Committee on strategic direction, policies, and committee appointmentsOversee credentialing, medical management, and clinical evaluation activitiesRepresent clinical activities of the Hospital to the Governing BoardEnsure prioritization of Patient Satisfaction and HCAHPS activitiesParticipate in continuing development, implementation, and utilization of clinical information technologyEstablish and monitor the extensive procedures required by The Joint Commission and D.C. Department of HealthSupport the CEO and Board of Governors The George Washington University Hospital has a century-long tradition of providing high quality medical care to a diverse population of patients. Just minutes from Washington DC s tourist and government sites, GW Hospital cares for a unique spectrum of patients ranging from area residents to visiting dignitaries and heads of state. The current George Washington University Hospital, opened in 2022, is a 395-bed technologically advanced, academic tertiary care facility featuring a Level I Trauma Center and a Level III NICU. The hospital offers clinical expertise in a variety of services including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women s and children s services, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive. GW Hospital is operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. If you have interest in this position, please contact: Nathan Arnett In-house Physician Recruiter
