Chief Medical Officer
Date Posted: Feb 2, 2026
Requisition ID: 471840
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) :
The Indiana Department of Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.
Role Overview:
The Indiana Department of Health Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director reports to the State Health Commissioner and is responsible for providing support and advocacy of agency initiatives and medical policy issues, serves as the medical expert delivering consultation within the agency including but not limited to all communicable disease investigations and public health emergencies, leads Indiana clinician communications related to public health matters, and represents the State Health Commissioner as assigned. This position requires an active Indiana medical license. Experience in primary care and/or public health is preferred. Travel may be required but usual working conditions are within a normal office setting.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $193,102.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
Clinical Oversight & Medical Leadership
Advises the State Health Commissioner (SHC) and Chief of Staff on policy issues;
Serve as senior medical advisor for all communicable disease investigations and public health emergencies;
Reviews data and communication for clinical accuracy
Leads communication to clinicians to ensure Indiana clinicians are up to date on public health matters
Assists in the planning and implementation of summits, meetings, and conferences;
Consult on legislative issues as requested;
Represents the SHC at meetings, boards, commissions and committees as assigned;
Attends national meetings as requested by the SHC and/or Chief of Staff.
Medical Director duties include
Serves as expert and provides medical consultation to other medical and professional staff or programs, departments, or divisions within the agency, consistent with clinical experience and specialized training as assigned by the agency;
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations involving medical issues;
Maintains current knowledge of medical and health care issues;
Prepares reports and documents to communicate pertinent information to health care professionals and other target audiences;
Reference for medical information to health professionals and professional organizations, lay organizations and the media as needed;
Provides formal and informal instruction on medical and health care issues to a variety of internal personnel and external partners/audience;
Other duties as assigned.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Developing Talent
Ability to assess the quality of services delivered within agency facilities and to develop and implement corrective measures as necessary.
Ability to develop policies, programs, strategic plans, and corrective programs involving health care delivery.
Assesses needs and opportunities for continuing education for professional medical staff.
Managing Work Performance
Thorough knowledge of the clinical operations of a health care program.
Thorough knowledge of applicable healthcare delivery laws, policies, and procedures.
Extensive knowledge of budgeting and funding sources for correctional and/or public health care delivery.
Extensive knowledge of health care delivery systems, major medical services, and treatment methods.
Acting Decisively
Ability to advise department administration on all health care delivery matters, including legislation, litigation, court order compliance, health service standards, and accreditation.
Ability to represent the agency in various organizations.
Sharing Information
Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Upon hire, the following requirements must be attained within a specified timeframe to maintain employment:
Must be licensed to practice medicine in the State of Indiana.
Education and Experience Requirement:
Must hold an active medical license
Prefer clinical and academic experience in primary care and/or public health
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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