Chief Medical Officer
 SCAN Group | |
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, California, Long Beach | |
| 3800 Kilroy Airport Way (Show on map) | |
 Jan 10, 2026 | |
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Founded in 1977 as the Senior Care Action Network, SCAN began with a simple but radical idea: that older adults deserve to stay healthy and independent. That belief was championed by a group of community activists we still honor today as the "12 Angry Seniors." Their mission continues to guide everything we do. Today, SCAN is a nonprofit health organization serving more than 500,000 people across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with over $8 billion in annual revenue. With nearly five decades of experience, we have built a distinctive, values-driven platform dedicated to improving care for older adults. Our work spans Medicare Advantage, fully integrated care models, primary care, care for the most medically and socially complex populations, and next-generation care delivery models. Across all of this, we are united by a shared commitment: combining compassion with discipline, innovation with stewardship, and growth with integrity. At SCAN, we believe scale should strengthen-not dilute-our mission. We are building the future of care for older adults, grounded in purpose, accountability, and respect for the people and communities we serve. SCAN Group is seeking an inspirational, visionary, and operationally rigorous Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to serve as the enterprise's senior clinical leader and steward of its clinical culture. Reporting to the President of SCAN Health Plan and serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, the CMO will have group-wide responsibility for clinical strategy, medical policy, medical management, quality, and clinical performance across all SCAN Group businesses with a distinct focus on operational excellence and performance of SCAN Health Plan. This leader will be responsible not only for what care is delivered, but how care is designed, scaled, governed, and continuously improved-ensuring that SCAN's diverse care models operate with shared principles, disciplined execution, and a relentless focus on member and patient outcomes. The ideal candidate is a nationally credible physician-executive who combines: * Deep Medicare and value-based care expertise * A track record of leading complex clinical organizations * The ability to serve as the clinical "soul" of an organization, inspiring physicians and care teams to think differently about aging, vulnerability, and care delivery Enterprise Scope and Accountability The Chief Medical Officer will provide enterprise clinical leadership and oversight across: * SCAN Health Plan: medical policy, utilization management, quality strategy, Stars performance, population health, and regulatory compliance * Healthcare in Action: clinical model evolution for complex, underserved populations * HomeBase Medical: home-based care, advanced illness, and longitudinal primary care strategies * MyPlace Health (PACE): fully integrated, capitated care delivery for dual-eligible seniors * Welcome Health: physician-led, technology-enabled care models and clinical innovation * Embrace: nursing-home based clinical care for frail and vulnerable seniors The CMO will ensure clinical coherence across these models, while respecting the unique needs of each population and operating environment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Strategy & Vision * Serve as the architect of SCAN Group's enterprise clinical strategy, aligning care delivery, medical management, quality, and innovation with the organization's mission and growth objectives. * Partner with executive leadership and the Board to define multi-year clinical priorities that improve outcomes, experience, and affordability. * Intimately understand Medicare market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and performance drivers to guide strategy, resource allocation, and market expansion. * Ensure SCAN's care models evolve in response to emerging evidence, member needs, and policy changes. Clinical Excellence & Performance * Lead and inspire high-performing clinical leadership teams, including market Medical Directors and clinical executives across SCAN Group entities. * Deliver exceptional clinical and financial performance in shared-risk medical groups leveraging the clinical and administrative capabilities at SCAN Health Plan and the clinical subsidiaries. * Oversee utilization management, medical policy, and clinical programs to ensure ethical, compliant, and value-focused decision-making. * Drive consistent, evidence-based clinical standards while enabling local innovation and accountability. * Champion improvements in quality, safety, patient experience, and equity across all lines of business. Culture, Leadership & Talent Development * Serve as a visible, values-driven clinical leader who embodies SCAN's mission and reinforces a culture centered on dignity, compassion, and excellence. * Mentor, develop, and retain physician leaders capable of operating at the intersection of medicine, management, and mission. * Define and propagate leadership competencies for Medical Directors and clinical leaders across the enterprise. * Foster an environment that encourages disciplined thinking, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. External Engagement & Thought Leadership * Act as the clinical face of SCAN Group with providers, partners, policymakers, regulators, and the broader healthcare community. * Represent SCAN in national forums, public policy discussions, and industry leadership settings. * Build trusted relationships with provider organizations, health systems, and community partners to advance SCAN's care models and outcomes. * Advocate for policies and practices that improve care for seniors and vulnerable populations. Technology, Data & Innovation * Leverage data, analytics, and technology to improve clinical decision-making, care coordination, and operational efficiency. * Sponsor the prioritization and adoption of enterprise clinical tools, platforms, and vendor partnerships. * Ensure clinical innovation is scalable, measurable, and aligned with SCAN's strategic goals. Governance, Compliance & Stewardship * Ensure full compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and contractual obligations. * Promote ethical decision-making and transparency across clinical operations. * Partner with operational, legal, and compliance teams to manage risk while enabling innovation. * Use data and disciplined analysis to drive fact-based decisions and address root causes of performance variation. Qualifications & Experience Required * MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license (California required or ability to obtain) * Board certification in a primary care specialty (e.g., Internal Medicine, Family Medicine) or other relevant specialty * 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in senior medical executive roles within Medicare Advantage, managed care, or integrated delivery systems * Demonstrated success leading medical management, quality, and population health strategies * Deep knowledge of Medicare, value-based care, utilization management, and regulatory environments * Proven ability to lead, inspire, and influence physicians and cross-functional teams Preferred * MBA, MHA, MPH, or equivalent advanced training * Experience operating across multiple care models (health plan, provider, home-based care, fully integrated systems) * National visibility or experience in policy, advocacy, or industry leadership roles Why This Role Matters SCAN is on an aggressive growth journey with a goal of transforming the culture of senior care in America. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of care for older adults at scale-to lead across a diversified platform that blends health plan stewardship, direct care delivery, and innovation for some of the most complex populations in healthcare. The SCAN Group Chief Medical Officer will leave a lasting imprint on: * How care is delivered to seniors nationwide * How clinical leaders are developed and inspired * How mission-driven organizations can scale with discipline and heart What's in it for you?
We're always looking for talented people to join our team! Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply now! At SCAN we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more. SCAN is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) | |