Chief Medical Officer - CMO - for Veterans Administration Community Care Network - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Tampa, FL

12d•$292,300 - $438,500•Remote

About The Position

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for Optum Community Care Services (CCS) is the senior clinical executive responsible for shaping and executing the clinical vision and strategy across the CCS enterprise. The CMO oversees clinical operations, quality improvement initiatives, and medical management programs to support safe, effective, evidence-based care for Veterans through the VA Community Care Network (VACCN). The role combines strategic leadership with operational accountability, guiding multidisciplinary teams that include Medical Directors, behavioral health and dental leaders, and patient safety professionals. The CMO serves as the principal clinical advisor to the CEO of CCS and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders and providers to advance whole-person care, value-based models, and clinical solutions. The CMO ensures clinical programs align with Optum’s mission to improve health outcomes and reduce costs while maintaining high standards of patient safety, provider engagement, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include leading peer review, overseeing utilization management strategies, and driving continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making and performance monitoring. The CMO also fosters clinical integrity, collaboration, and accountability, mentors clinical staff, and promotes professional development. The position can be performed remotely from anywhere within the United States. Travel of up to 10% is required. Remote employees must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Requirements

MD or DO with an active, unrestricted U.S. medical license.
Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Surgery, Physiatry, or Emergency Medicine.
15+ years of clinical experience, including 5+ years in a senior clinical leadership role.
Proven expertise in clinical quality, utilization management, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex clinical programs.
Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency in data analysis and evidence-based decision-making.
Ability to travel up to 10%.
Remote employees must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Veterans or Military healthcare systems.
Experience with RFI/RFP processes and federal contracting.
Familiarity with the VA Community Care Network.
Leadership in federal healthcare programs, including VA or DoD.
Advanced training in healthcare administration, public health, or clinical informatics.

Responsibilities

Lead development and execution of CCS’s clinical strategy, aligned with CCS goals, federal regulations, and Optum Serve’s mission.
Direct the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical quality initiatives, including peer review processes, patient safety programs, and performance metrics.
Chair the CCS Clinical Quality Improvement Program Committee and oversee clinical governance bodies.
Supervise Medical Directors and other clinical leaders, ensuring consistent use of evidence-based practices and adherence to clinical standards.
Ensure clinical activities meet federal, state, and contractual requirements, including CMS, VA, and Optum Serve consulting engagements.
Lead development of clinical programs, including value-based care models, utilization management strategies, and integrated behavioral and physical health initiatives.
Serve as the primary clinical liaison to internal and external entities, fostering collaboration and trust.
Oversee clinical risk assessments, adverse event reviews, and corrective action planning to support patient safety and mitigate liability.
Use clinical data analytics to guide strategic decisions, monitor outcomes, and drive continuous improvement.
Mentor clinical leaders and staff, promoting professional development and clinical excellence.