Chief Medical Officer

Inova • Fairfax, VA

20h

About The Position

Inova Health System is seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader to
serve as the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. As a key
member of the executive leadership team, you will lead our culture of safety,
quality, and patient experience.

You will join a high-performing Triad leadership model, partnering closely with
the Hospital President and the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to drive strategic
guidance and clinical excellence across the care site.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 7 years of applicable healthcare experience with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior management/leadership role.
• Active medical license and Board Certification (required upon start).
• Currently engaged in the practice of clinical medicine.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated success leading quality, safety, and clinical transformation initiatives with measurable outcomes (e.g., CMS Star ratings, Leapfrog scores, value-based performance)
• Experience partnering closely with executive leadership on strategic planning, growth, and service line development
• Strong background in physician engagement and alignment, including leading through influence in matrixed environments

Responsibilities

• Culture of Excellence: Lead and model behaviors for a High Reliability Organization (HRO), focusing on Just Culture, Zero Harm, and exceptional patient outcomes.
• Strategic Leadership: Accountable for balanced scorecard results regarding safety, quality, and the overall team/patient experience.
• Clinical Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the medical staff and Inova Health System, overseeing peer reviews, credentialing, and the alignment of business and clinical objectives.
• Operational Oversight: Manage utilization reviews, length of stay (LOS), and resource allocation to ensure clinical and financial performance.
• Collaborative Governance: Co-lead the Quality Committee and serve as a non-voting member of the Medical Executive Committee (MEC).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees