Medical Director – Primary Care
Location: New Orleans, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Optigy
Salary: $280k-$300k + Bonus'
Category: Geriatrics
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Medical Director – Primary Care
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Director – Primary Care to join our growing team in New Orleans, LA. As a physician-led organization committed to transforming primary care for seniors, we strive to provide affordable, high-quality, and patient-centered healthcare. Our mission is to honor seniors by delivering VIP care that leads to better health outcomes. By joining our team as a Medical Director – Primary Care, you will play a pivotal role in leading our clinical staff, managing care delivery, and supporting our patient-first approach in a collaborative outpatient environment. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting impact on the community's most vulnerable population.
Our organization emphasizes value-based care and provides a supportive structure that enables medical professionals to focus on delivering the best outcomes for their senior patients. We offer a strong leadership pathway, ongoing clinical education, and robust operational support to help you excel in your role. As Medical Director – Primary Care, you will manage a small patient panel, oversee primary care providers and nurse practitioners, and ensure high-quality, coordinated care for patients living with multiple chronic conditions. Our clinic’s unique offerings include in-house consulting specialists, holistic health services, and complimentary patient transportation, all of which contribute to a comprehensive and supportive patient experience.
Working in New Orleans, LA, you will find a vibrant, culturally rich city that offers a welcoming environment for healthcare professionals. Our organization is dedicated to fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture where your leadership and expertise will be highly valued. As Medical Director – Primary Care, you will have the opportunity to influence clinical operations, drive growth, and take part in innovative care management programs that prioritize patient outcomes.
This role is ideal for a board-certified or board-eligible physician in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics who is passionate about senior care and has demonstrated clinical leadership experience. If you are enthusiastic about transforming primary care, mentoring clinical teams, and advancing your career within a physician-led environment, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button below.
Medical Director – Primary Care Summary- Lead a primary care outpatient clinic focused on value-based care for seniors.
- Oversee clinical operations, supervise primary care physicians (PCPs) and nurse practitioners (NPs), and maintain a manageable patient panel.
- Contribute to our mission-driven culture with a focus on quality, compassionate, and holistic care.
- Participate in ongoing leadership training and professional development opportunities.
- Direct daily clinical operations, ensuring high standards of patient care.
- Supervise and mentor PCPs and NPs, providing leadership and support for professional growth.
- Maintain a small patient panel (approximately 60-90 patients) to allow for personalized care.
- Manage care for senior patients with complex, chronic conditions using a value-based care approach.
- Collaborate with in-house specialists and holistic health service providers.
- Participate in and promote leadership development programs such as PCP Black Belt Training and Center Operations training.
- Monitor and drive clinical quality, financial performance, and growth initiatives for the center.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and organizational standards.
- Highly competitive base salary with bonus and partnership opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and supplemental plans for providers and their families.
- Paid time off (33 days) and a robust 401K plan with a 5.5% match.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Professional development resources and ongoing clinical and leadership training.
- Access to in-house consulting specialists and holistic wellness programs.
- MD or DO degree in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or related specialty.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine (FM), Internal Medicine (IM), or Geriatric Medicine.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a geriatric or family practice setting; leadership experience preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to travel locally and occasionally regionally.
- Passionate about providing high-quality, value-based care to seniors.
- Experienced in outpatient primary care settings and adept at managing clinical teams.
- Strong leadership presence with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration within the clinic and with patients.
- Goal-oriented with a drive to achieve optimal patient outcomes and operational excellence.
- Enjoy practicing in a supportive, patient-focused environment in New Orleans, LA.
- Benefit from complimentary patient transportation services and access to a wide range of holistic health offerings within the clinic.
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement within a physician-led organization.
- Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
If you are ready to make a positive impact as a Medical Director – Primary Care and join our mission to deliver exceptional senior care, apply today by clicking the job application button below!