Medical Director, Primary Care
Location: Columbus, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Optigy
Salary: Base $280k-$300k plus bonus
Category: Geriatrics
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Medical Director, Primary Care Position OverviewThis full-time Medical Director, Primary Care position offers a unique leadership opportunity within a physician-led, mission-driven healthcare organization committed to transforming care for seniors. Based in Columbus, OH, the Medical Director, Primary Care leads a dedicated outpatient team focused on delivering high-quality, value-based healthcare to a senior patient population with complex needs. Candidates for this role will have the chance to influence clinical practice, champion patient-centered care, and contribute to the organization’s mission of providing affordable, VIP-level primary care for those who need it most.
Key Responsibilities- Provide clinical leadership and oversight for a primary care outpatient clinic, ensuring the highest standards of patient care for seniors with multiple chronic conditions.
- Supervise and mentor Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to foster professional development and clinical excellence.
- Manage a small patient panel to ensure personalized care, focusing on building strong patient-provider relationships and improving health outcomes.
- Implement and promote value-based care initiatives that improve patient health while maintaining cost efficiency.
- Participate in and lead training programs such as PCP Black Belt Training, PCP Essentials, and the Leadership Pathways Program to enhance clinical and operational skills.
- Oversee center operations, including medical economics and financial performance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with in-house consulting specialists in fields such as cardiology and podiatry to provide comprehensive, holistic healthcare services.
- Support clinic growth and patient engagement initiatives, including community outreach and service expansion.
- MD or DO degree in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a 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 is required; prior leadership experience is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to guide and motivate clinical teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; ability to travel locally and occasionally regionally as needed for clinic support and training.
- Comprehensive training programs in leadership, clinical management, and practice operations, including Medical Director and Center Operations, Medical Economics, and Sales and Growth strategies.
- Holistic health services available onsite such as acupuncture, Tai Chi, yoga, and nutrition counseling.
- Consulting specialists in cardiology, podiatry, and additional fields to enhance care coordination.
- Door-to-door transportation available for patients to ensure access to care.
Columbus, OH, is known for its vibrant healthcare community and supportive environment for medical professionals. The city offers a collaborative atmosphere and resources for continued professional growth, making it an ideal location for a Medical Director, Primary Care seeking meaningful impact and career advancement.
This organization is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.