CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER, MDH OFFICE OF HEALTHCARE FINANCING

GRADE

PHY 0008

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of Health Care Financing, Baltimore MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) serves as a senior executive leader within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), reporting to the Deputy Secretary of Healthcare Financing. As a key member of the Maryland Medicaid leadership team, the CMO is responsible for aligning clinical strategy with the administration’s goals to improve population health outcomes and manage the cost of care for Medicaid beneficiaries. The role provides strategic oversight of major clinical and operational units within the Office of Care Transformation, including medical benefits management, clinical transformation, pharmacy services, and advanced primary care. The CMO leads the development and implementation of Medicaid’s population health and quality strategies, oversees medical management functions such as benefit design and utilization management, and ensures accountability across managed care and administrative partners. The position also plays a central role in advancing innovative primary care models, including alignment with federal initiatives such as the AHEAD Model, and managing state investments to expand access and strengthen the healthcare workforce. In addition, the CMO collaborates across state agencies and with external stakeholders to drive system-wide improvements, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and represents the agency in high-level engagements with provider organizations, health systems, and advocacy groups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess an active Medical Degree from an accredited medical school (MD or DO) and be Board Certified with five years of medical practice or public health experience. Three of the five years of experience must have been at a supervisory or administrative level in a healthcare organization or system.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following: Extensive clinical leadership experience, preferably within Medicaid or other large public healthcare systems Strong background in population health management, quality improvement, and value-based care models Experience overseeing medical management functions, including benefit design, medical policy, and utilization management Demonstrated ability to lead large, complex teams and drive organizational change Familiarity with managed care structures, including oversight of MCOs and other administrative service organizations Experience working with federal partners, particularly CMS, and knowledge of federal healthcare initiatives and waivers Expertise in advanced primary care models and alternative payment methodologies Strong understanding of healthcare data, analytics, and evidence-based practice Experience collaborating with cross-sector partners, including public health, behavioral health, and health system stakeholders Knowledge of state and federal regulatory environments, compliance requirements, and audit processes Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience representing organizations in external forums

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Applicants must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State Law. A copy of the current license must be uploaded to the application.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to your application. Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.