Medical Director – Primary Care
Location: Louisville, KY
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Optigy
Salary: $280k-$300k plus bonus
Category: Family Practice
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Medical Director – Primary Care
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Director – Primary Care (MD, DO) to join our mission-driven primary care organization. As a physician-led provider, our core purpose is to honor and serve seniors by delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare. As the Medical Director – Primary Care, you will play a vital leadership role, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive, value-based care to adult and senior populations. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity for physicians passionate about primary care leadership, clinical excellence, and transformative healthcare models to make a meaningful impact in the Louisville, KY area.
Our organization is recognized for its commitment to value-based care and for providing innovative healthcare solutions, including transportation assistance and holistic patient services. The Medical Director – Primary Care leads a multidisciplinary team, focusing on optimizing patient outcomes and quality of life for those with complex chronic conditions. You will serve as both a clinical leader and mentor, managing a team of Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and overseeing a small patient panel to ensure personalized care. This role is ideal for board-certified or board-eligible physicians with a background in family medicine, internal medicine, or geriatrics, and who have demonstrated leadership capabilities in a clinical setting.
Medical Director – Primary Care Summary- Lead the daily clinical operations of a primary care outpatient center focused on adult and senior care.
- Oversee and support a multidisciplinary team, including PCPs and NPs, to deliver value-based, patient-centered care.
- Foster a culture of clinical excellence and compassionate patient service.
- Drive continuous improvement in patient experience and health outcomes.
- Participate in strategic initiatives to expand access and enhance service delivery for the local community.
- Supervise and mentor primary care providers and nurse practitioners, guiding their professional growth and development.
- Manage a small patient panel (typically 60–90 patients) to ensure high-quality, personalized care.
- Evaluate and treat seniors, many with multiple chronic conditions, using evidence-based medicine and value-based principles.
- Coordinate care with in-house specialists, including cardiology and podiatry, and integrate holistic services such as acupuncture, Tai Chi, yoga, and nutrition support.
- Implement and monitor best practices in clinical workflows, medical economics, and center financial performance.
- Participate in organization-wide leadership and training programs, including PCP Black Belt Training and Leadership Pathways.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, and ethical standards of clinical practice.
- Collaborate with operational leaders to achieve clinic goals related to patient satisfaction, growth, and quality improvement.
- Competitive base salary with additional performance-based bonuses and partnership opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and supplemental coverage for providers and their families.
- Generous paid time off program with 33 days of PTO annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 5.5% employer match.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Medicine (FM), Internal Medicine (IM), or Geriatric Medicine.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a primary care, geriatric, or family practice environment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to travel locally and occasionally regionally as needed.
- Passionate about improving healthcare for seniors and underserved populations.
- Experienced in value-based care models and team-based clinical environments.
- Demonstrates a collaborative leadership style and commitment to mentoring others.
- Embraces innovative approaches to holistic care and chronic disease management.
- Values work-life balance and a supportive organizational culture.
- The Medical Director – Primary Care position offers an opportunity to work in a thriving healthcare organization recognized for its commitment to patient-centered values and professional development.
- Holistic health services and in-house specialty support enhance the care experience for both patients and providers.
- The Louisville, KY area is known for its vibrant community and quality of life, offering a supportive environment for both personal and professional growth.
- This organization maintains a strict commitment to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace.
If you are an experienced physician seeking an impactful leadership opportunity in primary care, we encourage you to apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step in your career as a Medical Director – Primary Care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.