Associate Chief Medical Officer

Overview

Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO) — Full-Time | Florida | Leadership Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO) to serve in a key executive leadership role within a well-established healthcare organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the ACMO will oversee daily medical group operations, drive quality improvement initiatives, and support strategic growth efforts.

This position requires a board-certified physician with strong clinical expertise, leadership experience, and a proven ability to implement operational and quality enhancements in a healthcare setting.

• Provide oversight of daily medical group operations to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care delivery
• Offer clinical leadership, mentorship, and strategic alignment for care delivery initiatives
• Track, analyze, and communicate performance metrics to clinical and administrative leadership
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (CMS, NCQA, and other governing bodies)
• Partner with the CMO to improve clinical programs, patient outcomes, patient experience, and cost efficiency
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Identify and address risk management issues
• Collaborate in developing and executing strategic plans, goals, and performance benchmarks
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
• Analyze utilization trends, large claims, and care gaps to improve outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and credentialing
• Support prior authorization review and medical necessity determinations as needed
• Work closely with internal departments including Member Services, Case Management, and Provider Relations to resolve escalations
• Contribute to member education resources and care transition processes
• Represent the organization in internal and external meetings
• Perform additional duties as assigned by executive leadership

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certification through ABMS or AOA
• Active, unrestricted Florida medical license
• Minimum 5 years of clinical practice experience with leadership responsibilities
• Experience in managed care, utilization review, risk adjustment, quality improvement, and care coordination strongly preferred
• Knowledge of payer operations, clinical economics, medical review, and healthcare informatics
• Demonstrated ability in performance management, workflow optimization, and change management
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems, care management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to function effectively within a matrix-style organizational structure

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• 401(k) Tax Deferred Plan
• Comprehensive health benefits for provider and eligible dependents
• Group life and disability insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• Paid time off
• CME allowance and paid CME days
• Licenses, fees, and dues reimbursement
• Travel reimbursement
• Relocation assistance

This is an excellent opportunity for a physician leader seeking to make a meaningful impact on clinical quality, operational performance, and patient outcomes within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Thank you for your time, and I look forward to connecting soon!

Manish Parashar
Recruiter, The Provider Finder