Chief Medical Officer

Tuolumne Me Wuk Indian Health Center Inc.•Sonora, CA

3d•$267,072 - $400,896•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) provides clinical leadership and strategic oversight for all medical services at Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center (TMWIHC). Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the CMO ensures high standards of patient care, guides clinical program development, and fosters a culture of quality, safety, and evidence-based practice across the organization. The position is full-time, exempt, and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. The role includes serving as a practicing clinician and promoting culturally sensitive care, including integration of traditional Native health practices where appropriate. The position is based in Sonora, California, with negligible travel. Compensation is listed as $267,072–$400,896. Physical duties include prolonged walking, standing, and sitting; climbing stairs and step-stools; stooping, kneeling, crouching, balancing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 30 pounds; and raising objects overhead. The role also involves repetitive hand and wrist motions, operating computers and phones, communicating verbally and in writing, walking on uneven ground, exposure to outdoor heat or cold, and safely operating a motor vehicle. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment TB test, background check, and drug screening. Qualified Native American and Alaskan Native applicants receive preference in accordance with the Indian Preference Act and Public Law 93-638, subject to appropriate documentation. In-house postings also include Tribal Voting Members.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
Current, unrestricted California medical license.
Board certification in a primary care specialty.
At least five years of clinical practice experience, including at least two years in a medical leadership or administrative role.
Current DEA registration.
Valid California Driver’s License.
Maintain active malpractice coverage and comply with credentialing and background screening requirements.
Complete a pre-employment TB test, background check, and drug screening.
Cultural sensitivity and ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse tribal communities.
Ability to safely operate and drive a motor vehicle.
Meet the listed physical requirements, including lifting up to 30 pounds and walking on uneven ground.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Indian Health Service (IHS), or tribal health organization.
MBA, MPH, or equivalent graduate-level training in healthcare administration or public health.
Experience serving Native American or other underserved populations.

Responsibilities

Provide medical leadership and clinical direction for all TMWIHC healthcare programs and services.
Oversee physician and provider performance, credentialing, and privileging processes.
Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical policies, protocols, and quality improvement initiatives.
Serve as a practicing clinician and model exemplary patient-centered care.
Collaborate with the Chief Administrative Officer and senior leadership on strategic planning and program development.
Lead efforts to achieve and maintain compliance with AAAHC, IHS, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Oversee peer review processes and provider performance improvement plans.
Represent TMWIHC in community partnerships, IHS collaborations, and external clinical relations.
Mentor and support clinical staff and providers in professional development.
Promote culturally sensitive care and support integration of traditional Native health practices where appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.