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Chief Medical Officer
Oneida Health
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Posted: 31-Mar-26
Location: Oneida, New York
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Executive
Hospital Executive
Organization Size:
$100 million to $199 million
Organization Type:
Freestanding Hospital / Medical Center
Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience
Work Experience:
General Management / Executive / Administration
Required Education:
MD/DO
Position Summary
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) reporting to the Chief Executive Officer serves as the senior physician executive responsible for the clinical leadership, quality of care, and medical staff engagement within Oneida Health. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CMO ensures the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centered care aligned with Oneida Health’s mission, values, and strategic goals. This role bridges administration and clinical practice, fostering collaboration among providers, staff, and leadership to improve health outcomes in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Quality
Provide strategic direction for clinical services, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.
Provide leadership and expertise in the development, implementation and interpretation of medical care and quality related policies and guidelines
Lead quality improvement initiatives, including performance metrics, patient outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
Review all quality of care issues and oversee the development and implementation of processes for improvement.
Champion evidence-based practices and continuous clinical innovation.
Medical Staff Relations
Creates a collaborative relationship between administration and the medical staff resulting in high quality care
Oversee credentialing, privileging, and peer review processes.
Promote physician engagement, satisfaction, and professional development.
Promote positive relations with the local medical community, including periodic consultation with providers or prescribers
Monitor Medical Staff compliance with all bylaws, rules, regulations, policies and Code of Conduct and effectively address issues as they arise
Operational Oversight
Collaborate with executive leadership on hospital operations, strategic planning, and service line development.
Participates and provides reports in Executive Leadership and Board of Directors meetings, and other leadership meetings, as required.
Support efficient clinical workflows and resource utilization.
Participate in budgeting and financial planning related to clinical services.
Promotes the use and implementation of technology in the workplace in order to streamline operations, facilitate communications, and optimize work processes
Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation
Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements (e.g., DNV, Joint Commission, NY Department of Health, CMS).
Lead readiness efforts for surveys and audits.
Community & Population Health
Support initiatives that address community health needs and disparities.
Partner with local organizations, providers, and public health agencies to improve population health.
Leadership & Culture
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and patient-centered care.
Mentor and support clinical leaders, including department chiefs and medical directors.
Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical practices and workforce.
Required:
Graduation from an ACGME or AOA accredited MD or DO Residency Program
Current, unrestricted, active MD or DO license in New York State
Minimum of 5–10 years of clinical practice experience, with progressive leadership roles
Preferred:
MHA, MPA, MBA, MMM or other relevant degree program
Prior experience in a hospital or health system leadership position preferred
Oneida Health is a regional integrated healthcare network based in Oneida, NY operated by Oneida Health Systems, a New York State not-for-profit corporation. From a four-bed hospital in 1899 to a local leader in patient care, Oneida Health has had a singular vision for 126 years of providing the highest levels of patient safety and experience through the perfect pairing of talented medical professionals and state-of-the-art technology. Offering physical rehabilitation, primary and specialty care, an award-winning hospital, and skilled nursing, Oneida Health invests in the health of its community through a network of healthcare services focused on prevention and long-term health.