Divisional Chief Medical Officer Greater Phoenix, AZ Area

The Company is seeking a Divisional Chief Medical Officer to provide medical leadership and oversight across assigned operating units. Responsibilities include guiding medical strategy, supervising physicians and staff, managing budgets, and ensuring consistent medical policies, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. The role oversees blood component manufacturing, laboratory testing, donor suitability and counseling, transfusion and clinical services, apheresis, cellular therapy, research, and education. The CMO also advises hospitals, physicians, donors, patients, and staff; supports clinical and operational teams; and contributes to professional education and strategic initiatives. Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree, have board certification in a clinical specialty, and obtain a medical license in the applicable state or states within six months. Fellowship training or equivalent experience in blood banking or transfusion medicine is required, along with experience in a blood center or hospital transfusion service and supervisory experience. Blood Bank or Transfusion Medicine certification and seven years of transfusion medicine experience are preferred. Strong leadership, coaching, analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, as are confidentiality and the ability to manage competing priorities.

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Vitalant