DescriptionSummary:This position assumes overall accountability for oversight of all medical practices and clinical quality along with related activities within the region. The position functions as the liaison between the facility/regional Medical Staff and Chief Executive Officer. In addition to the regional responsibilities, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will support System-level initiatives as they relate to the region or to CHRISTUS Health on a strategic level. For those System sponsored programs, the CMO will be accountable to the CHRISTUS Health System CMO. This position is accountable for serving as a catalyst for the development of practice guidelines and care protocols that lead to the achievement of quality biomedical/service outcom