Deputy Chief Medical Officer - AD154

Title: Deputy Chief Medical Officer

Location: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 &

Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97233

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 1.0 FTE (40 hours weekly). This role also includes participation in shared on-call service coverage.

Wage Range: $250,000.00 – $282,000.00 annual salary, Exempt

 

If you are a motivated and dedicated Deputy Chief Medical Officer looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

 

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

 

 

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

 

About the Company:

 

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

 

Position Overview:

In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the Deputy Chief Medical Officer oversees the medical care delivery system, including development and implementation of strategies, programs, policies, and procedures for all medical services at NARA NW. The Deputy CMO serves as a key clinical leader supporting high-quality patient care, provider operations, regulatory compliance, and organizational initiatives across NARA NW. This position is approximately 25–30% administrative responsibilities and 70–75% direct clinical care.

 

What you will do:

• Provide direct medical services to patients while demonstrating awareness and sensitivity to Native American health care needs.
• Assist the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in supervision of medical staff at all NARA locations (health and satellite clinics as well as Outpatient and Residential facilities): Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nursing Supervisor, Pharmacy Director, and acupuncturist.
• Assist the CMO in developing and implementing medical policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Work in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Chief Health and Wellness Officer in overseeing and execution of medical services and associated quality improvement efforts.
• Function as liaison with outside providers, hospitals, and other health care organizations.
• Establish consultative referrals network and coordinate linkages with contractual pharmacy, hospital-based admitting physicians, and reference labs.
• Participate as a member of the clinic’s management team.
• Assure that the NARA NW Indian Health Clinic’s medical services are in full compliance with standards, ethics, and license requirements of the medical profession.
• Monitor peer review to assure total quality improvement in ongoing patient care.
• Participate in on-call service coverage.

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Current unrestricted Oregon license as Physician (MD/DO) or Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Naturopathic Physician (ND), or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Current DEA registration and prescribing authority as required.
• Minimum of 2 years progressively responsible experience in clinical practice, healthcare leadership, medical operations, or provider supervision within a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, quality standards, and patient safety practices.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community preferred.
• Family Practice / Primary Care experience preferred.
• FQHC / community health center experience preferred.
• Prior experience leading interdisciplinary teams and supporting organizational initiatives preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

 

What’s in it for you?

 

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25^th!

 

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

 

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact [email protected] if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

 

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

 

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

 

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

 

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

 

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.