Chief Medical Officer

LocationSeattle, WA 98104Date PostedOctober 03, 2024Job ID11788Employment TypeRetainedScion Executive Search has been engaged to identify a visionary, seasoned leader to serve as the incoming Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of MCG Health. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, MCG is a pioneering healthcare technology and analytics company providing evidence-based care guidance and solutions to payers, providers, third party administrators, and more. With a mission to "lead the healthcare community to deliver patient-focused care" and a vision of ensuring "everyone gets the right care", MCG Health is at the forefront of best-in-class healthcare innovation. ABOUT MCG HEALTH:MCG Health originated from a collaboration between actuarial science and clinical evidence. In 1988, actuaries from Milliman, a global actuarial and consulting firm, teamed up with physicians to create the first evidence-based care guidelines. Actuaries, skilled in risk versus benefit calculations, were among the pioneers of data science. Meanwhile, Milliman’s physicians relied on empirical data and published research to guide patient care decisions. This fusion of quantitative analysis and clinical expertise led to the development of unbiased clinical decision support tools by MCG, which are now widely licensed by U.S. health plans, over 3,100 hospitals, and various government agencies.Initially named the M&R Guidelines and later rebranded as the Healthcare Management Guidelines and Milliman Care Guidelines, these guidelines were authored by Dr. Richard L. Doyle and initially published in a three-ring notebook. They offered clinical recommendations tailored for health plans and insurers to optimize care delivery across different healthcare scenarios.Subsequently, hospitals, third-party administrators (TPAs), and other healthcare entities embraced these guidelines, recognizing their robust evidence base and adopting them to improve care decisions. MCG responded by developing software solutions like Cite, Indicia, and Informed by MCG, enabling clients to seamlessly integrate the guidelines into their case management, utilization management, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.By 2010, over 1,000 hospitals, seven of the eight largest U.S. health plans, and 25 CMS audit contractors had embraced MCG care guidelines and technology solutions, leveraging them to enhance patient care effectiveness.With a trusted brand and significant growth in both vision and revenue over the past decade, MCG Health now seeks an innovative, strategic CMO to lead MCG through the business’s next chapter of growth and evolution with dedication to addressing specific challenges within hospitals and health systems, health plans, payers, and third party administrators at the forefront of MCG Health’s work.POSITION OVERVIEW:Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Medical Officer leads the direction, development, and production of the company’s clinical solutions inclusive of evidence-based content, informatics, and clinical analytics. This forward-thinking role will guide the company’s clinical internal and external leadership vision, focused on reducing unwarranted variations in care and patient-centeredness. This remote position offers a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader passionate about healthcare innovation to make a meaningful impact on patient care through the transformation of MCG’s content, clinical analytics, and informatics (directly) as well as software development and data science (via influence). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead work to ensure MCG’s clinical products are built to remain best-in-class, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvements. Consistently produce high-quality, evidence-based content, informatics, and clinical analytics.Develop and implement a strategic plan for the production, maintenance, and improvement of MCG clinical solutions.Lead the company’s content vision for products, customer relationships, and vendor partners.Serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Leadership Team on clinical matters impacting MCG as they relate to broader market trends. Collaborate with product development to integrate clinical and market insights with MCG solutions.Represent MCG at conferences, industry events, and media interactions. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of clinicians and staff who model MCG’s values of collaboration, growth, and belonging. QUALIFICATIONS:Medical degree (MD or DO) with active board certificationMBA or advanced degree in healthcare management or related field strongly preferred. Minimum of 10 years clinical practice experience with at least 5 years in progressive leadership roles. Strong background in healthcare technology, clinical research, or digital health innovation; experience working in startup and/or high-growth technology companies preferred. Proven track record of driving clinical strategy and innovation in a healthcare setting. In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance, and quality standards. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset, capable of translating vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, foster collaboration, and drive organizational change.APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS:MCG has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration please apply with your resume and cover letter, formatted in Microsoft Word, via:  Please address applications to:Sydney Burnham, Executive Search PrincipalScion Executive Search(888) 487-8850Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.ABOUT OUR FIRM:Scion Executive Search is an award-winning retained executive search firm. 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