Chief of Staff - Healthcare (Fully Remote)

MRIoA•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Chief Medical Officer is a pivotal leadership role that combines strategic advisory, operational oversight, and cross-functional coordination to maximize the CMO’s effectiveness. Acting as a trusted partner, the CoS ensures that the CMO’s vision is translated into actionable plans, measurable outcomes, and sustainable improvements in operational execution without compromising clinical quality. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare operations, strong business acumen, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures with diplomacy and discretion. This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive, and mission-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a consulting firm with projects in healthcare administration, clinical operations, or executive leadership support.
Demonstrated experience working closely with senior medical leadership in a payer organization or large healthcare organization; or in an organization using clinical guidelines for process and/or decisioning.
Proven track record of managing complex projects and driving organizational change.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex medical and operational concepts into story-telling PowerPoints, Excel models, or PowerBI Dashboards for diverse audiences.
High emotional intelligence, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information with integrity.
Adept at building consensus, resolving conflicts, and fostering a culture of collaboration.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic Support & Advisory Partner closely with the CMO to define, refine, and execute the organization’s clinical strategy, ensuring alignment with the broader corporate mission and regulatory requirements.
Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare strategic recommendations on emerging healthcare trends, clinical innovations, operational inefficiencies, and policy changes.
Prepare financial and operational data analysis for senior leadership decision-making, including operational performance outcomes, analyzing and predicting spends for budgeting, and prediction analysis to make recommendations for future departmental needs.
Develop high-quality briefing materials, executive summaries, and presentations for board meetings, leadership updates, and external engagements.
Anticipate challenges and opportunities, providing the CMO with actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
Operational Leadership & Project Management Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of key initiatives led by the CMO’s office, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Establish and maintain systems for tracking progress on strategic goals, including dashboards, scorecards, and regular status updates.
Coordinate with administrative, clinical, and operational leaders to ensure seamless execution of cross-departmental initiatives.
Clinical Program & Quality Oversight Partner with Quality Management to support the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical quality improvement programs and compliance efforts through operational process improvement.
Collaborate with medical directors, other clinical resources, and quality teams to monitor performance metrics, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions.
Assist in the implementation of new clients and programs Ensure that all initiatives meet or exceed regulatory, accreditation, and ethical standards.
Stakeholder Engagement & Representation Serve as a primary liaison between the CMO’s office and internal/external stakeholders, including employed and panel clinicians, executives, and Private Equity firm staff.
Represent the CMO in select meetings, negotiations, and public forums, ensuring consistent messaging and follow-through.
Build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to foster collaboration, trust, and alignment.
Facilitate effective communication between the CMO and other members of the executive leadership team.
Stakeholder Engagement & Representation Serve as a primary liaison between the CMO’s office and internal/external stakeholders, including employed and panel clinicians, executives, and Private Equity firm staff.
Represent the CMO in select meetings, negotiations, and public forums, ensuring consistent messaging and follow-through.
Build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to foster collaboration, trust, and alignment.
Facilitate effective communication between the CMO and other members of the executive leadership team.