The Vice President, Associate Chief Medical Officer (VP, ACMO) at University Health leads clinical quality and safety initiatives across community hospitals, partnering with senior leadership to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement, compliance, and strategic clinical programs while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including academic affiliates and payers. The position requires a medical degree, board certification, extensive clinical leadership experience, and a commitment to advancing community health outcomes.
Vice President, Associate Chief Medical Officer
University Health – San Antonio, Texas
Shape the Future of Community Health
Overview
University Health, a nationally recognized academic health system, is seeking a transformational physician leader to serve as the Vice President, Associate Chief Medical Officer (VP, ACMO) . This executive position offers the opportunity to drive critical clinical initiatives and elevate the quality, safety, and efficiency of care across University Health’s Community Hospitals.
Working in close partnership with the Chief Medical Officer and senior leadership, the VP, ACMO will serve as a visible leader who champions the organization’s commitment to continuous quality improvement, operational excellence, patient-centered care, and the principles of the Triple Aim-Plus.
Key Responsibilities
Lead clinical quality and safety efforts across University Health Community Hospitals.
Serve as a key liaison to the Medical-Dental Staff on quality, safety, and utilization matters.
Partner with clinical and operational leadership to improve access, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Provide strategic guidance on accreditation, compliance, resource utilization, and Epic optimization.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners, including academic affiliates and payers, to strengthen performance and community relationships.
Drive data-informed decision-making, clinical documentation improvement, and new program development.
Qualifications
Medical degree from an accredited institution and current board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
Active, unrestricted Texas medical license and valid DEA/DPS registration .
At least 10 years of direct patient care experience , with a minimum of 5 years in progressive leadership roles within hospitals or physician organizations.
Preferred: Master’s degree in medical management, business administration, or public health.
Demonstrated success in hospital quality, safety, outcomes improvement, accreditation, and clinical leadership.
Prior experience in public hospitals, integrated health systems, or academic health centers is highly desirable.
Why University Health
As one of the largest and most respected public health systems in Texas, University Health offers a dynamic, mission-driven environment committed to improving the health of our diverse community. We provide innovative care, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a collaborative culture that empowers leadership at all levels.
Join Us
If you’re a forward-thinking physician executive looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and lead the next chapter of excellence at University Health.
clinical leadership, quality improvement, patient safety, hospital administration, community health, healthcare management, compliance, clinical operations, strategic planning, medical staff liaison
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