Shape the Future of Rural Health | Chief Medical Officer Opportunity
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🌄 Chief Medical Officer (CMO) | Lead with Purpose in Northern California
K’ima:w Medical Center – Hoopa, CA
$180/hr + travel & lodging | 6-month minimum with potential for permanent placement
Lead. Serve. Inspire.
Step into a leadership role where your clinical expertise and heart for community truly make a difference.
At K’ima:w Medical Center, a Rural Health Clinic serving the Yurok and Karuk Tribes in beautiful Northern California, we’re seeking a mission-driven Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to guide our medical team and shape the future of care for the region.
This is more than a position — it’s a calling for a physician who wants to combine leadership, purpose, and practice in one of the most culturally rich and naturally stunning regions in the state.
What You’ll Do
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Provide leadership and oversight for all medical operations.
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Mentor and guide an exceptional team of physicians and advanced practitioners.
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Maintain a small outpatient clinical practice (Family Medicine focus).
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Collaborate with tribal leadership to strengthen and expand community health programs.
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Set the standard for compassionate, high-quality, and culturally sensitive care.
What You Bring
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MD or DO with active, unrestricted CA License.
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At least two years of leadership or management experience.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Dedication to advancing rural and tribal healthcare access.
Why You’ll Love It Here
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$180/hr + travel and lodging covered
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6-month minimum commitment with potential for permanent placement
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Be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven team
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Practice and lead in one of Northern California’s most scenic regions
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Make a tangible, lasting impact on the health of Native communities
Ready to lead with purpose?
Apply today and help us continue building a legacy of compassionate, culturally grounded care at K’ima:w Medical Center.