Medical Director

Athens, GA ( but will oversee multiple locations now. The locations are within a mile of each other. )

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and mission-drivenMedical Director with a background inCardiology, Nephrology or another specialty to lead our integrated clinical care model, centered aroundprimary care coordination and outcomes-focused specialty collaboration.

The ideal candidate will provide both clinical and administrative leadership across a multidisciplinary team—includingnurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurse case managers—to ensure seamless coordination of care. This role is designed to supportoptimal patient outcomes by reducing avoidable hospitalizations, unnecessary emergency room visits, and preventable readmissions.

The Medical Director will championprimary care integration, clinical quality, and a strong referral network to build a high-performing care continuum in our community.

Position Highlights:

  • Lead and expand acomprehensive, team-based care model that bridges specialty and primary care.
  • Supervise and collaborate withnurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurse case managers to drive population health outcomes.
  • Guide efforts toreduce unnecessary specialty consultations by empowering frontline providers through decision support and collaborative case review.
  • Promoteequitable care delivery through targeted outreach to underserved communities.
  • Play a central role instrategic growth planning, including network development and care pathway optimization.
  • Enjoy a structured4-day workweek withprotected administrative time to provide leadership, oversee quality metrics, and deliver structured feedback to the team.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Deliver bothclinical services and administrative oversight in outpatient and consultative settings.
  • Oversee provider workflows and coordination between specialty care, primary care, hospitalists, and emergency services.
  • Implement and evaluate clinical protocols to align with evidence-based best practices.
  • Supportprovider scheduling and coverage planning in both clinic and hospital settings.
  • Facilitate structured team feedback, provider rounding, and multidisciplinary case review meetings.
  • Drive continuous improvement through data-driven initiatives targeting utilization, quality, and access.
  • Serve as a clinical liaison with strategic partners, payers, and health system leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MD or DO with board certification in Cardiology, Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Family Practice or another specialty
  • Active Georgia medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • 2+ years of clinical leadership or administrative experience
  • Strong knowledge of managed care, quality metrics (HEDIS, NCQA), and population health principles
  • Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary clinical teams
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary with leadership performance incentives
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid time off and CME allowance
  • 4-day workweek with protected administrative time
  • Leadership development and career advancement opportunities

Help redefine community-based care delivery.

Join us in building a model that integrates specialty and primary care, strengthens our team, and delivers superior outcomes to the patients who need us most.

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