Chief Medical Officer - Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri

Location: Mercy Hospital Springfield · Onsite

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Chief Medical Officer

Mercy Hospital Springfield | Springfield, Missouri

Mercy Hospital Springfield, a major regional referral center serving more than 1.5 million people across 20,000 square miles in four states, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to lead clinical strategy, quality improvement, physician engagement, and operational excellence.

This executive leadership role is instrumental in advancing Mercy's mission of delivering exceptional, compassionate care while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Position Overview

The Chief Medical Officer serves as the senior physician executive for Mercy Hospital Springfield and works closely with hospital leadership, physicians, and caregivers to ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.

The CMO provides leadership for clinical excellence, quality outcomes, patient safety, physician engagement, and medical staff collaboration. This individual will partner closely with operational leaders and physician leadership to advance the hospital's strategic priorities and Mercy's commitment to exceptional healthcare throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and coordination of contracted Medical Directors in collaboration with operational leadership.
• Lead and actively participate in quality improvement, risk management, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Champion efforts to position Mercy Hospital Springfield and its affiliated hospitals as the healthcare provider of choice throughout the region.
• Drive continuous improvement in clinical outcomes, patient experience, and operational performance.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, respect, accountability, and professional development among physicians and clinical teams.
• Partner with physician leaders and administrators to advance organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Integrate quality improvement, risk mitigation, and patient safety initiatives across departments and service lines.
• Serve as a key leader in physician engagement, recruitment, retention, and leadership development.
• Dedicate full-time effort to the Chief Medical Officer role.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Board certification in a recognized specialty.
• Minimum of five years of clinical practice experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience as a Medical Director, Department Chair, Chief of Staff, or other physician executive.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare operations, clinical governance, quality improvement, and medical management.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Mercy offers competitive executive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one.
• CME allowance and professional development support.
• Retirement plans with employer contributions and matching opportunities.
• Robust executive relocation assistance.

About Springfield, Missouri

Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and serves as the regional hub for southern Missouri and northern Arkansas. The greater Springfield area offers the amenities of a growing metropolitan community while maintaining an affordable cost of living and outstanding quality of life.

Highlights include:

• Affordable cost of living, low taxes, and attractive home prices.
• Excellent public and private school options.
• Three universities, including Missouri State University.
• Convenient air service from Springfield-Branson National Airport.
• A vibrant arts, dining, entertainment, and shopping scene.
• Exceptional outdoor recreation, including numerous state and local parks, Mark Twain National Forest, and easy access to Table Rock Lake, Lake Taneycomo, Stockton Lake, and the Lake of the Ozarks.
• Home to Bass Pro Shops and within easy reach of many of the Ozarks' most popular recreational destinations.

About Mercy

Mercy is one of the nation's largest and most highly integrated healthcare systems, serving millions of patients annually across multiple states. Mercy is committed to providing exceptional care and improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.

Mercy includes:

• 55 acute care and specialty hospitals.
• More than 1,000 physician practice and outpatient locations.
• More than 5,000 physicians and advanced practitioners.
• More than 50,000 caregivers serving communities across Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

Mercy is also home to one of the nation's largest Accountable Care Organizations, with a strong focus on quality, value, and coordinated care.

In fiscal year 2025 alone, Mercy provided more than $500 million in free care and community benefits, including traditional charity care and unreimbursed Medicaid services, reflecting its commitment to serving others and improving the health of the communities it serves.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.