Chief Medical Officer - Physician

Chief Medical Officer

Our client, a prominent company within the healthcare industry, is seeking a distinguished and innovative Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to lead their Clinical Hydration Solutions platform and expanding ancillary service lines. This exciting opportunity awaits a forward-thinking geriatric physician committed to elevating clinical credibility and innovation within the long‑term care, post‑acute, and senior living sectors.

Fractional to start - The CMO will devote 75‑80% of their time to the Clinical Hydration Solutions and 20‑25% to developing new service lines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and refine the clinical framework to align with geriatric care principles and best practices.
• Provide strategic clinical guidance in collaboration with the President and COO.
• Lead evidence development, quality improvement initiatives, and research protocols.
• Engage in professional relations, representing the client as an industry leader in geriatric care.
• Establish and lead a Physician Advisory Council to foster clinical innovation.

• Collaborate on the development and clinical strategy of new geriatric‑focused services, including respiratory and deprescribing initiatives.
• Ensure clinical defensibility and strategic alignment of new business lines.
• Support the design of pilot programs and scalability across state expansions.

• Serve as the supervising physician as needed, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain multi‑state licensure where necessary and actively engage with medical associations and conferences.

• Board certification in Geriatrics or Internal Medicine with significant PALTC involvement.
• Proven leadership within the long‑term care medical community.
• Experience presenting at regional or national conferences and involvement in clinical research or academic publication.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, strong communication skills, and a faculty appointment is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to pursue multi‑state licensure and integrate into executive leadership long‑term.

While specific benefits are not outlined in this description, the role offers a structured progression path from part‑time to potential full‑time engagement, opportunities for professional growth and visibility within the industry, and the chance to impact geriatric care positively.

This role initially begins as a part‑time engagement with a clearly defined pathway towards expanded responsibilities and potential full‑time integration over 18‑24 months. The CMO will report directly to the President and closely collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and executive leadership team.