Chief Medical Officer
State of IllinoisAbout the role
Job Requisition ID: 58250
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 09/15/2026
Agency: Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Class Title: MEDICAL ADM IV - 26405
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated monthly starting salary - $225,000 annual; Full salary range: $225,000 - $275,000 annual
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Division of Medical Programs is seeking to hire a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to serve as an advisor and clinical resource for the Illinois Medical Assistance Program. The CMO will report directly to the Medicaid Administrator and build and lead a new clinical vertical within the agency. The CMO will implement quality strategies to drive the delivery of high-quality healthcare; oversee, develop, and make recommendations for clinical policy and clinical program development; and represent the Department in external meetings on clinical policy issues important to the Illinois Medicaid Program, including meetings with state and federal officials, providers, Medicaid customer advisory committees, sister agency staff, and state and national associations.
The ideal candidate will have clinical experience serving Medicaid customers, leadership experience within a government agency or large organization providing healthcare services, expertise in public policy or public health, experience developing quality strategies and leading quality management, experience with managed care, and experience building and leading a clinical team.
HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.
Employees receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!
At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained.
HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with
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