CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

Company: GSA SPOKANE TRIBE OF INDIANS
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 22, 2025

Job Description:

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-25-057
TITLE: CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER (CMO)
DEPARTMENT: DCWMHC
SUPERVISOR: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA
STATUS: REGULAR FULL TIME, EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: DOQ/DOE
OPENING DATE: MAY 14, 2025
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLEDINTRODUCTION:The CMO provides medical and administrative directions to the entire medical and specialty program of the David C. Wynecoop Health Center. The CMO is responsible for developing effective and consistent protocols, procedures and policies pertaining to the medical functions of the clinic. The CMO is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care at the David C. Wynecoop Health CenterThe CMO assists in the coordination and monitoring of all organizational wide performance improvement activities and shall serve as a member of the Quality Improvement Committee (QI). The CMO shall serve as Lab Director and supervise laboratory testing to comply with CLIA regulations. The CMO may be asked to attend Health Board meetings as necessary to provide reports. The CMO shall be responsible for providing and supervising primary and specialty health care to clinic patients.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shall provide direction of medical services, which includes development of protocols, standard procedures, and management of all patient care related activities.
• Shall participate in the annual review of the Medical Policies and Procedures Manual and finalize approval.
• Shall participate in and monitor all organizational wide performance improvement activities and shall report to the DCWMHC Health Board on findings, outcomes, and progress as requested.
• Shall serve as a member of the Quality Improvement Committee and shall work cooperatively with the QI Department.
• Shall cooperatively assist the Health Center staff to improve the Health Program's GPRA, HEDIS, Immunization and other required quality measure and performance indicators.
• Shall serve as Chair of the Credentialing and Privileging Committee (C & P) and make recommendations to the CEO and Health Board.
• Ensures peer review is done and issues identified are addressed.
• Sets and maintains productivity goals and addresses issues with productivity among providers.
• Shall serve as a liaison with the local medical community and shall review all provider contracts to provide professional medical advice to the CEO.
• Shall constructively conduct, oversee laboratory competency evaluations on all staff performing laboratory testing in accordance with CLIA certification. shall comply with CLIA regulations of the Director.
• Shall report as required by Federal, State, County, local and Tribal regulations, laws, and directives.
• Shall provide "direct" care services to patients demonstrating age specific competencies.
• Shall provide direction and oversight to Health Center drug and alcohol rehabilitation program if requested.
• Routine duties may include providing medical services, and other health care related services in homes, schools, clinics, hospitals, job sites, and other community locations within the Spokane Tribe's Service Area.
• Shall be readily available for local and out-of-the-rea-travel as required for job-related training. Shall consistently attend all required meetings and functions as requested.
• Ability to supervise others and delegate effectively.
• Accepts other duties or responsibilities as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be a graduate of an Accredited School of Medicine and have completed training internship and residency as required for eligibility for Washington State Licensure.
  • Must be licensed by the State of Washington Medical Board. If not licensed in WA must complete requirements within 6 months.
  • Board certified in Family Practice and/or Internal Medicine or Board eligibility and completion within 1 year of hire.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience supervising physicians and other provider staff preferred.
  • Must possess current DEA registration for prescribing narcotics.
  • Must obtain and report CME as required for license renewal. Must attend IHS provider conferences if requested by the Executive CMO.
  • Must meet credential standards and be granted privileges from the DCWMHC.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license, good driving record, and be insured by the Tribe's insurance carrier.
  • Must strictly adhere to confidentiality and HIPAA policies.Must provide documentation of immunity to measles, and rubella, or become vaccinated with the recommended vaccines and hepatitis B vaccine Must test for Tuberculosis (TB) at time of hire and per the National Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines as required. Must have an annual health exam and a flu immunization and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) vaccination or exemption as required.Must successfully pass a Pre-employment drug screen test and submit to a criminal background checkTribal Preference Policy: In accordance with the Spokane Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance Tribal Preference will be observed in hiring.Veteran's Preference: It shall be the policy of the Spokane Tribe to provide preference in hiring to qualified applicants claiming Veteran's Preference who have been discharged from the United States Armed Forces with honor and under honorable conditions.E-mail: donnie.lebret@dcwmhc.com Phone: 509-258-4517 ext.767Applications Must Be Received In The Human Resources Department NoLater Than 4:30 P.M. On The Closing DateThe Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Tribal Preference PolicyAll Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A-90 Day Orientation
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