Assistant Chief Medical Officer
Compensation
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Job Description
Purpose/Mission
Under the Chief Medical Officer's leadership, the Assistant Chief Medical Officer leads and manages our programs and providers at the Center, implements and executes initiatives, fosters and maintains positive relationships with staff members and hospital clinical and administrative staff, and oversees the program's financial performance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assists in the development of strong clinical policies, procedures, and workflows.
- Maintains current knowledge of clinical guidelines, infection control, HIPAA, OSHA, and other healthcare regulations.
- Follows all established policies for maintenance and signing of medical records.
Contributes to the achievement of department goals and adheres to policies, procedures, and quality and safety standards.
Monitors quality metrics of the Center and develops activities to assist in improving quality of care, cost of care, and patient experience.
- Submits accurate and timely charges for all professional services performed.
- Participates in strategic planning/administrative decision-making with the senior management team.
- Assesses the breadth of medical services provided and collaborates in the development of new programs and services.
- Provides training and technical assistance in clinical areas.
Develops collaborative relationships with relevant organizations. Represents MCHC at various meetings with partners.
Responsible for all other tasks assigned by the Medical Director.
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performance Skills
- Adherence to Standards
- Communication
- Customer Focus (Internal/External)
- Respecting Diversity
- Adaptability
- Planning, Prioritizing and Goal Setting
- Quality
- Relationship Management
- Technical/Professional Skills
- Tolerance of Ambiguity
Education/Experience Requirements
- BE/BC degree in Internal or Family Medicine
- Minimum five years’ experience as a hospitalist with management/leadership experience
- Experience working with advanced practice providers
- Demonstrated knowledge of quality measures, such as HCAHPS, MHACS
- High ethical standards and a commitment to compliance
- Strong inpatient skill set
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to
- Quality-focused team player
Other Requirements/Clearances
Active state license, American Heart Association CPR Certification, DEA License, PA State Controlled Substance Registration
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Chief Medical Officer manages clinical programs and providers while overseeing financial performance and quality metrics. They also collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and clinical policies.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BE/BC degree in Internal or Family Medicine and possess at least five years of hospitalist experience with leadership responsibilities. Active state licensure, DEA registration, and CPR certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
healthcare pay on WeekdayDoc is down 14.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| healthcare listings in Pennsylvania | 121 active | 2,041 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| healthcare pay trend | −14.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
