San Juan Regional Medical Center is seeking an exceptional physician executive to serve as its next Chief Medical Officer. This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to making life better here for the people of the Four Corners region.

Guided by the values of Sacred Trust, Team Accountability, Thoughtful Anticipation, Personal Reverence, and Creative Vitality, San Juan Regional Medical Center is committed to delivering exceptional care, advancing clinical excellence, and improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. As a locally governed organization, SJRMC combines the agility of an independent health system with a deep commitment to its patients, providers, employees, and the communities we serve.

As the clinical leader of the organization, the Chief Medical Officer will partner closely with the CEO, executive leadership team, Board of Directors, and medical staff to advance quality, patient safety, physician engagement, innovation, and strategic growth. This leader will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery while strengthening a culture grounded in trust, accountability, innovation, and compassionate care.

Strategic Growth and Transformation

San Juan Regional Medical Center is positioned for continued growth and transformation. The organization is investing in physician alignment, service line development, workforce excellence, care coordination, digital health capabilities, and innovative models of care designed to meet the evolving needs of the region.

The Chief Medical Officer will have the opportunity to influence strategic priorities, lead clinical transformation initiatives, and help position San Juan Regional Medical Center as the healthcare provider and employer of choice throughout the Four Corners region.

Commitment to Clinical Excellence

Quality, safety, and patient-centered care are foundational to its culture. The organization has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care while maintaining a relentless focus on clinical outcomes, patient safety, regulatory excellence, and continuous improvement.

The next CMO will lead efforts to further strengthen quality performance, reduce variation in care, advance evidence-based practices, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence across the organization. The role will also provide leadership in regulatory compliance, physician recruitment and retention, clinical informatics, and organizational performance improvement.

A Culture of Physician Engagement

Physicians are valued partners in leadership at SJRMC. The organization believes that exceptional healthcare outcomes are achieved through strong collaboration between physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing leaders, and administration.

The Chief Medical Officer will play a key role in strengthening physician engagement, recruitment, and retention across the health system, while supporting provider well-being, developing emerging physician leaders, and fostering a culture where clinical voices help shape strategic decisions and organizational success.

Strategic Partnership with the CEO and Board

The CMO serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors. This role provides significant influence in organizational decision-making and offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future direction of an independent, community-focused healthcare system.

Working alongside a committed executive team and engaged Board, the Chief Medical Officer will help guide strategic priorities while ensuring the highest standards of clinical care and physician alignment.

Innovation and Future-Focused Healthcare

Healthcare continues to evolve, and SJRMC is committed to leading that evolution. Through investments in technology, clinical integration, care redesign, population health strategies, and innovative approaches to healthcare delivery, the organization is preparing for the future while remaining focused on the needs of its communities.

The Chief Medical Officer will help identify and implement innovative solutions that improve quality, access, efficiency, and overall patient experience across the continuum of care.

Meaningful Community Impact

Serving a large and diverse geographic region, San Juan Regional Medical Center plays a vital role in improving the health of communities throughout northwestern New Mexico, southwestern Colorado, northeastern Arizona, and southeastern Utah. The organization’s impact extends far beyond the walls of the hospital through outreach programs, partnerships, education, prevention initiatives, and community health improvement efforts.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families while helping address some of the most important healthcare challenges facing rural and regional communities today.

Join San Juan Regional Medical Center and become part of a mission-driven organization committed to making life better here through physician-led transformation, clinical excellence, innovation, and community impact. As Chief Medical Officer, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the CEO and Board while leading efforts to advance quality, strengthen physician engagement, and shape the future of healthcare across the Four Corners region. This is an opportunity to leave a legacy in improving lives.