Chief Medical Officer RGV

About the Role

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) provides leadership and guidance to Medical Directors and Clinical Staff, supporting all clinical activities at Driscoll Children’s Hospital – Rio Grande Valley (DCHRGV). Reporting to the Driscoll Health System CMO, the DCHRGV CMO serves as the senior professional medical resource, guiding the DCHRGV President and ensuring regulatory oversight. This role is responsible for the day-to-day medical administration of DCHRGV’s programs and is committed to advancing the mission and vision of Driscoll Health System.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide Driscoll system quality initiatives, engaging the medical staff in improving patient care and safety culture.
• Collaborate with the DHS CMO on quality improvement plans, peer reviews, and responses to external inquiries.
• Work with the DCHRGV CEO, physicians, and clinical staff to implement patient safety initiatives.
• Foster positive relationships between hospital administration and the medical staff.
• Oversee clinical quality, including patient outcomes, safety, and experience, in partnership with the DHS CMO.
• Participate in physician recruitment, retention, and leadership development.
• Enhance care standardization and operational efficiency in collaboration with administration and clinical staff.
• Oversee facility-specific peer review, credentialing, OPPE, and utilization.
• Facilitate medical education based on clinical effectiveness, compliance, and best practices.
• Lead change management and address conflicts between physician autonomy and hospital goals.
• Evaluate new clinical services in collaboration with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree from a certified medical college.
• Minimum five years of direct clinical experience in the area of clinical practice.
• Minimum one year of administrative leadership experience.
• Preferred experience in medical management in a managed care setting.

Requirements

• Valid/Unrestricted Medical License in the State of Texas.
• Board Certification in the area of clinical practice.