Job Description

Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Location: Antelope Valley & East Kern County, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | The role is structured as 60% clinical (approximately 3 days/week) and 40% administrative (2 days/week).

Organization: Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center (BACHC)

Salary Range: $320,000 – $420,000 annually (DOE)

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Make a Meaningful Impact in Community Health

Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center (BACHC), a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking an exceptional physician leader to serve as our next Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

We’re looking for a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative leader who is ready to shape clinical care across a growing network of service sites in the Antelope Valley and East Kern County region. This is a rare opportunity to combine direct patient care with executive leadership—helping improve access to quality healthcare for thousands of underserved individuals and families.

Your Role as CMO

As our Chief Medical Officer, you will:

• Provide direct primary care services 60% at one of our clinic sites (Monday–Friday schedule)
• Oversee and supervise all licensed medical providers (MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs)
• Lead monthly provider meetings, performance reviews, and provider productivity coaching
• Develop and monitor Quality Improvement strategies and HEDIS metric performance
• Champion accurate documentation, coding, and note closure to meet billing and compliance standards
• Ensure compliance with HRSA, TJC, PCMH, and other regulatory bodies
• Serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, collaborating on organizational goals, strategy, staffing, and operations
• Represent BACHC in Board meetings and with community partners (as approved by the CEO)

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution; board-certified in a primary care specialty (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, etc.)
• Active California medical license (or eligible for immediate licensure)
• At least 5 years of clinical practice experience and 3 years in medical leadership
• Prior FQHC or community health experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Committed to BACHC’s mission of health equity and care for underserved communities

Why Join BACHC?

• Competitive Salary : $320,000 - 420,000 DOE
• Full Benefits Package :
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness leave
• CME time and allowance
• FTCA malpractice coverage
• NHSC & state loan repayment program eligibility

Apply Today

If you’re ready to lead with heart, serve with purpose, and transform healthcare in our community, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV and a brief letter of interest to: [email protected]

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Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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