VP, Chief Medical Affairs (Henry Ford Health)

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab•Detroit, MI

About The Position

By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together. Job Description Summary The VP, Chief Medical Affairs (CMA) at Henry Ford Health (HFH) provides strategic leadership in the development of a physician strategy to support the The VP, Chief Medical Affairs (CMA) at Henry Ford Health (HFH) provides strategic leadership in the development of a physician strategy to support the HFH Rehabilitation Service Line. The VP and CMA will lead on all aspects of physician recruitment, oversight of physician performance and medical practice quality indicators, and operational oversight for all physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physicians and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) practicing across the HFH system of care, serving as the highest-ranking leader representing Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (SRAlab) at HFH. The CMA will oversee physician and APP coverage, ensure seamless coordination of care across HFH sites, and advocate for academic, scientific, and professional excellence in rehabilitation services, including the development of a HFH Department of PM&R. The CMA at HFH reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Chief Clinical Officer (SVP, CCO) of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and has a reporting relationship to the HFH Oversight Committee. This position will collaborate with the Associate Vice President overseeing Rehabilitation Services at HFH to co-manage the operations team, ensuring efficient coordination and high-quality service delivery. It expected that the CMA will maintain an active clinical practice, with a 0.4 FTE time allocation devoted to administrative responsibiltiies. The CMA at HFH will consistently demonstrate support of the SRAlab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute. The CMA at HFH will demonstrate SRAlab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRAlab.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) with board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) is required.
Active and unrestricted medical license in Michigan and Illinois (or eligibility for licensure).
10+ years of clinical experience, with at least 5-7 years of leadership experience in a clinical operations or medical affairs role
Proven ability to manage physician teams and multidisciplinary clinical services
Experience with inpatient, outpatient, and rehabilitation settings
Strong understanding of healthcare operations, regulatory requirements, and physician compensation models
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage and align physicians, administrators, and executive leadership
Expertise in quality improvement, accreditation, and regulatory compliance
Strategic and operational acumen, with a strong problem-solving and decision-making mindset
Ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and drive performance improvements
Commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and academic development

Nice To Haves

An MBA or equivalent management degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight of PM&R Physicians and Medical Services
Serve as the highest-ranking SRAlab representative at HFH, overseeing all PM&R physicians and APPs across the HFH system of care
Lead and oversee the development of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at HFH
Determine scope of services within the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at HFH
Develop and oversee the PM&R consult service at HFH’s downtown campus as well as several community hospitals across the HFH system of care
Develop and oversee the inpatient PM&R attending coverage for all community hospital-based IRF units across the HRH system of care
Develop and implement a clinical operations strategy and physician coverage plan for Destination Grand – the new, 72 bed IRF unit which is due to open in 2029.
Develop and implement an outpatient physician practice strategy, to include the development of outpatient neuro, musculoskeletal, spine, and cancer rehabilitation services
Manage physician and APP coverage across HFH sites, including weekend and after-hours coverage coordination
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for PM&R services, including Joint Commission and CARF accreditation standards
Set, communicate, and monitor physician performance expectations for all site-specific PM&R medical directors within HFH
Oversee physician competencies, professional development, and specialized skills training
Lead and participate in medical staff committees, including chairing committees as needed
Establish and monitor clinical performance metrics that ensure quality, safety, and patient satisfaction across all PM&R services at HFH
Advocate for and ensure the delivery of a scientific, evidence-based approach to PM&R care delivery
Develop and oversee educational programs for physicians, medical students, residents, and clinical staff, in collaboration with SRAlab’s Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Nursing Leadership
Promote continuous quality improvement (CQI) by analyzing patient outcomes, satisfaction scores, and other quality reports to identify areas for clinical and operational improvements
Ensure the safety and quality of the care environment at all PM&R sites within HFH
Recruit, onboard, and retain highly skilled PM&R physicians and APPs across HFH
Provide operational leadership and mentorship to applicable PM&R Medical Directors and other physician leaders
Establish performance expectations and evaluation systems for medical leadership and frontline physicians
Partner with the SRAlab’s physician practice to ensure professional conduct and maintain a positive physician culture
Oversee site-specific PM&R physician compensation and participate in the Physician Compensation Plan Steering Committee to ensure transparency, equity, and market competitiveness
Work alongside the Executive Director of HFH to manage the operations team and ensure financial sustainability of PM&R services
Develop and monitor operating budgets, ensuring financial performance aligns with organizational goals
Align PM&R physician operations with broader HFH and SRAlab strategic objectives
Lead referral development efforts, holding site-specific medical directors accountable for building and maintaining strong referral relationships
Serve as the primary physician leader for HFH while representing SRAlab at all levels of governance and oversight
Maintain a reporting relationship to the HFH Oversight Committee and engage in collaborative decision making with executive leadership
Support all accreditation, credentialing, and regulatory preparations for PM&R services across HFH
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success and mission of SRAlab