Peaks Region Chief Medical Officer

Intermountain Health

1d • $504,025 - $597,613 • Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Chief Medical Officer (RCMO) is a member of the Region Executive Team and a senior enterprise clinical leader. The role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient care across acute care hospitals, ambulatory delivery assets, and the employed medical group. The RCMO collaborates with the region president, region Chief Nursing Officer, hospital administrators, medical directors, and other stakeholders to align clinical strategy, operations, and performance with Intermountain Health’s mission, vision, and values. The position advances the integrated health system’s mission, promotes clinical excellence, fosters collaboration, and supports Value Based Care initiatives.

The individual must reside in the Peaks Region. The role is based at the Peaks Regional Office in Broomfield, Colorado, and is a 40-hour-per-week, exempt, full-time position. Compensation is $504,025–$597,613 annually, determined in part by relevant experience. The position is eligible for the Annual Pay for Performance (AP4P) Plan, with awards based on attainment of selected Board-approved goals.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in a clinical specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Colorado, Montana, Nevada, or Utah, or eligibility to obtain one.
• At least 10 years of clinical experience and 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a health care organization.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in clinical quality improvement, patient safety, population health, and health care delivery systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and ethical behavior.
• Commitment to the Intermountain Health mission, vision, and values.
• Must reside in the Peaks Region.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and direction for the region, ensuring compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards.
• Lead the development and implementation of clinical services, policies, and initiatives that support regional strategic goals and objectives.
• Support and champion clinical and strategic growth across the region, including growth in Proactive Care and Children’s Health.
• Serve as liaison to the Clinical Excellence Committee of the Region Board.
• Champion adoption and integration of evidence-based practices, clinical protocols, and best practices across the region in collaboration with Intermountain Health Clinical Programs.
• Support recruitment, retention, development, and engagement of physicians and advanced practice professionals in the region.
• Develop and nurture collaborative relationships with independent and affiliate physicians and advanced practice professionals across markets and regions.
• Foster collaboration, communication, and accountability among clinical leaders and staff in the region.
• Represent the region’s clinical interests and perspectives in enterprise-level decision-making and planning.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners, including community organizations, academic institutions, and other health care entities.
• Advocate for the needs and interests of patients, families, and communities served by the region.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and education activities to maintain and enhance clinical expertise and leadership skills.
• Drive clinical integration and collaboration across the region and enterprise, leveraging the Intermountain Operating Model and clinical governance structure.
• Develop and empower strong teams of clinical leaders who can effectively manage regional clinical operations and performance.
• Collaborate with nursing and enterprise clinical and non-clinical shared services to optimize care delivery and resource use.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the Annual Pay for Performance (AP4P) Plan, with performance awards calculated as a percentage of base salary and paid based on attainment of selected Board-approved goals.
• A benefits package covering programs intended to support wellness across living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree