Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care)
Location: Little Rock, AR
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Optigy
Salary: $280-$300k + Bonus' Making $385k
Category: Family Practice
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Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) - Full-Time
The role of Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) is an integral leadership position within our healthcare organization. This position offers experienced physicians the opportunity to oversee a network of primary care clinics, guiding both clinical and administrative operations while maintaining a connection to direct patient care. The Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) ensures the delivery of high-quality healthcare services, fosters continuous improvement, and contributes strategic insights to the broader organization. Based in Little Rock, AR, this full-time role enables the successful candidate to lead a team of dedicated primary care providers while shaping the future of community-focused healthcare in the region.
The Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) will serve as a role model for clinical excellence and professional integrity, mentoring and coaching a team of providers across several clinics. This position involves both administrative oversight and, where necessary, hands-on patient care to ensure consistent, outstanding clinical outcomes. The Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) is expected to collaborate closely with the corporate team, VPs of operations, and other market leaders to integrate best practices, support new clinic openings, and drive organizational initiatives that enhance patient engagement, optimize workflow efficiencies, and support sustainable growth.
Physicians in this role will be responsible for setting the standard for quality primary care, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and facilitating ongoing professional development for their teams. The Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) will be involved in network development, specialty referrals, documentation, coding accuracy, quality improvement initiatives such as HEDIS measures, utilization management, transitional care, case management, clinical compliance, policy development, patient engagement, and community outreach initiatives. This position offers the unique opportunity to positively impact patient lives while contributing to the advancement of primary care delivery in Little Rock, AR.
Working in Little Rock, AR, provides a vibrant and supportive environment for healthcare professionals committed to transforming care delivery. The city offers a diverse patient population and a collaborative medical community, making it an excellent place to develop and implement innovative healthcare strategies.
Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) - Summary- Leadership role overseeing primary care operations across multiple clinics
- Combination of clinical practice and administrative oversight
- Mentorship and professional development for providers
- Active participation in organizational strategy and quality improvement
- Collaboration with leadership teams and corporate partners
- Lead, mentor, and coach primary care providers to ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care
- Oversee clinical operations and collaborate with VPs of operations across all clinics in the market
- Participate in direct patient care as needed, particularly during clinic start-ups or when filling temporary gaps
- Support network development, specialty referrals, documentation, and accurate coding
- Drive quality improvement initiatives including HEDIS measures and utilization management
- Contribute to transitional care, case management, clinical compliance, and policy development
- Engage patients and support community outreach efforts
- Foster a collaborative clinic culture focused on continuous improvement and patient outcomes
- Provide input and leadership for organization-wide strategic initiatives
- Assist with opening new clinics and ensuring smooth operational launches
- Highly competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance (family coverage available)
- 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and post-tax Roth contribution options
- Employer matching contributions (100% match on first 3%, 50% match on next 3%)
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and floating holidays (up to 29 days per year)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Board Certification in Internal Medicine (IM), Family Medicine (FM), or Geriatrics preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in value-based care (VBC) or managed care setting preferred
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and lead clinical teams
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to travel within the market as needed
- Experienced clinician with a passion for leadership and primary care transformation
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement
- Track record of effective mentorship and team collaboration
- Strategic thinker capable of contributing to organizational growth and innovation
- Adaptable, proactive, and mission-driven professional
- Opportunity for advancement as the organization grows and expands into new markets
- Role includes both clinical and administrative responsibilities, providing variety and professional development
- Positive, inclusive work culture aligned with the company mission to transform primary care and improve patient lives
- Legal Disclaimer: Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.
If you are a driven physician leader seeking a rewarding opportunity to shape the future of primary care in Little Rock, AR, we encourage you to apply for the Market Medical Director (MD/DO, Primary Care) position by clicking the job application button today.