DSHS WSH Chief Medical Officer
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a DSHS WSH Chief Medical Officer to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government & Non-Profit space. This role will provide executive medical leadership for a complex forensic psychiatric care setting, guiding both clinical excellence and operational performance. The Chief Medical Officer will shape medical strategy, support senior clinical leaders, and help ensure safe, effective, and compliant services across the organization. This is a highly visible position that will partner closely with administrative and clinical teams to strengthen staffing, improve outcomes, and advance transformational change. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and evaluate psychiatric and medical services at the facility
- Lead strategic planning for medical services aligned with the facility's mission
- Build and mentor senior medical leaders, including psychiatrists and clinical administrators
- Oversee recruitment and retention of licensed medical staff for 24/7 coverage
- Monitor performance across medical services departments
- Develop key performance indicators to improve operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies
Qualifications
- Valid license to practice medicine and surgery in Washington State
- Board certification in General Psychiatry
- Demonstrated medical leadership experience
- Experience integrating private-sector management practices into public healthcare systems
- Forensic training and board certification highly desirable
Benefits
- Flexible/hybrid remote work options
- Opportunity to lead transformational change in forensic psychiatric care
- Eligibility for Orca Card transportation support
- Authority to advance impactful projects in a complex environment
Pay
Compensation: $367,572 annually