By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The VP, Chief Medical Affairs (CMA) at Henry Ford Health (HFH) provides strategic leadership in the development of a physician strategy to support the The VP, Chief Medical Affairs (CMA) at Henry Ford Health (HFH) provides strategic leadership in the development of a physician strategy to support the HFH Rehabilitation Service Line. The VP and CMA will lead on all aspects of physician recruitment, oversight of physician performance and medical practice quality indicators, and operational oversight for all physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physicians and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) practicing across the HFH system of care, serving as the highest-ranking leader representing Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (SRAlab) at HFH.


The CMA will oversee physician and APP coverage, ensure seamless coordination of care across HFH sites, and advocate for academic, scientific, and professional excellence in rehabilitation services, including the development of a HFH Department of PM&R.


The CMA at HFH reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Chief Clinical Officer (SVP, CCO) of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and has a reporting relationship to the HFH Oversight Committee. This position will collaborate with the Associate Vice President overseeing Rehabilitation Services at HFH to co-manage the operations team, ensuring efficient coordination and high-quality service delivery. It expected that the CMA will maintain an active clinical practice, with a 0.4 FTE time allocation devoted to administrative responsibiltiies.


The CMA at HFH will consistently demonstrate support of the SRAlab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.


The CMA at HFH will demonstrate SRAlab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRAlab.

Job Description

Principal Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight of PM&R Physicians and Medical Services

• Serve as the highest-ranking SRAlab representative at HFH, overseeing all PM&R physicians and APPs across the HFH system of care

• Lead and oversee the development of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at HFH

• Determine scope of services within the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at HFH

• Develop and oversee the PM&R consult service at HFH’s downtown campus as well as several community hospitals across the HFH system of care

• Develop and oversee the inpatient PM&R attending coverage for all community hospital-based IRF units across the HRH system of care

• Develop and implement a clinical operations strategy and physician coverage plan for Destination Grand – the new, 72 bed IRF unit which is due to open in 2029.

• Develop and implement an outpatient physician practice strategy, to include the development of outpatient neuro, musculoskeletal, spine, and cancer rehabilitation services

• Manage physician and APP coverage across HFH sites, including weekend and after-hours coverage coordination

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for PM&R services, including Joint Commission and CARF accreditation standards

• Set, communicate, and monitor physician performance expectations for all site-specific PM&R medical directors within HFH

• Oversee physician competencies, professional development, and specialized skills training

• Lead and participate in medical staff committees, including chairing committees as needed

Clinical Excellence, Quality, & Safety

• Establish and monitor clinical performance metrics that ensure quality, safety, and patient satisfaction across all PM&R services at HFH

• Advocate for and ensure the delivery of a scientific, evidence-based approach to PM&R care delivery

• Develop and oversee educational programs for physicians, medical students, r