Chief Clinical Officer (Physician Administrator 3) - Central Ohio Behavioral Health - PN: 20041506

About the role

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) is seeking a Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) to lead the organization. This mission-driven role is centered on the full operational, clinical, and administrative leadership of a state psychiatric hospital.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee hospital-wide clinical goals, policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on all matters of clinical significance.
• Participate as a member of the Governing Board, Executive Committee, and Medical Staff.
• Represent the hospital and agency in clinical matters across internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Serve as Chief of Psychiatry, overseeing the assignment of physicians for adequate clinical coverage and continuity of patient care.
• Supervise and evaluate performance of physician staff, clinical department heads, and medical support personnel.
• Review and provide recommendations on all clinical hiring decisions to the CEO.
• Provide psychiatric consultation and support to interdisciplinary teams including social workers, psychologists, and therapists.
• Plan and lead in-service training and continuing education programs for hospital clinical departments.
• Carefully coordinate with community-based clinical officers to ensure seamless care transitions, case collaboration, and service integration.
• Maintain and strengthen partnerships with local providers and community stakeholders to support collaborative care and best practices.
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, and accountability within the hospital system.

Requirements

Prior experience in a similar role, advanced degree in Behavioral Health, and certification to practice medicine as issued by the State Medical Board.

Qualifications

• Medical Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Management, Professional
• Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Building Consensus, Critical Thinking, Consultation, Leading Others

Skills

• Strategic Clinical Leadership
• Psychiatric Leadership
• Stakeholder and Community Engagement

Benefits

Full State of Ohio benefits and eligibility for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Pay

$300,000 approximate annual salary based on experience, credentials, and scope of clinical leadership.

Schedule

Full-time, normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a flexible schedule.

Primary Work Location

Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare, 2200 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43223.

Agency Contact

Teresa Guthrie - Theresa.Guthrie@dbh.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Ongoing