Seeking a visible, on-the-ground physician executive leader for the role of Chief Medical Officer at a hospital in Rock Springs, Wyoming. This is an exceptional opportunity for a process-focused and relationship-centered physician executive to serve at a not-for-profit, full-service regional critical access hospital in scenic southwest Wyoming. The role involves joining a mission-driven leadership team and contributing to a culture centered on compassionate, person-focused care. The Chief Medical Officer reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and works closely with departments such as Quality, Nursing, Risk Management, and the medical staff. The CMO will be the senior clinical voice, responsible for quality outcomes, medical staff processes, patient flow, and clinical efficiency, all while fostering equity, respect, and teamwork. Acting as the liaison between administration and medical staff, the CMO will ensure consistent communication across clinical operations, governance, and performance improvement. This role calls for a pragmatic, emotionally intelligent, patient-focused leader committed to compassionate care.

The ideal candidate for this position will have 7-10 years of progressive physician leadership experience in a hospital or health system, with a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine qualification. Candidates should be eligible for licensure in Wyoming and have demonstrated success in areas like quality, safety, medical staff leadership, and clinical governance. Preference is given to those with experience in rural or community-based hospitals, and an understanding of workflows across inpatient, outpatient, and procedural areas is essential. The ideal candidate is a servant leader with humility, team orientation, approachability, and alignment with the mission, community, and the client. A strong appreciation for small-town dynamics and relationship-driven environments is crucial, alongside fairness and consistency in peer review, governance, and interactions with peers.

The client is a not-for-profit facility with 58 staffed beds, serving a population of over 43,000 with a team of 610 employees and approximately 47 medical providers. It offers a comprehensive range of specialties and maintains a high quality rating. Specialty and oncology care are bolstered through partnerships with prestigious institutions, providing diverse services such as a sleep center, physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, and telepsychiatry. The Medical Imaging Center boasts leading-edge technology, including the area's first large-bone MRI. The regional cancer center provides advanced oncology care and exemplifies the client's commitment to high-quality service. Recognized as one of America's Best-in-State Hospitals, the client is the region's essential healthcare provider.