Family Practice Physician & Medical Director

This position plays a vital dual role: delivering high-quality primary care in a rural community and providing clinical leadership and oversight for our care team within a culture committed to excellence. As our Medical Director, you will support two Physician Assistants, lead clinical standards and quality initiatives, and help shape the future of family medicine delivery in our clinic. This is a patient-care-heavy position, designed for a physician who values community relationships, enjoys mentorship, and thrives in a collaborative and mission-driven rural environment.

Time Allocation: The following distribution supports both our patient access goals and regulatory requirements while allowing meaningful leadership involvement. 85-90% Direct Patient Care; 10-15% Medical Director.

Key Responsibilities -Clinical Care (Primary Focus): Provide comprehensive family medicine care to patients of all ages. Serve as a clinical leader, modeling best practices, teamwork, and a patient-centered approach. Support clinic goals related to access, patient experience, population health, and continuity of care.

Medical Director Responsibilities: Oversee and support the clinical practice of two Physician Assistants, including chart review and clinical supervision. Ensure compliance with Rural Health Clinic regulations under 42 CFR §491.8, including provider oversight and quality standards. Collaborate with the Clinic Manager and administrative leadership on: Credentialing and privileging, Policy development, Clinical workflows and patient safety. Participate in interdisciplinary leadership meetings and represent the clinic in hospital-wide initiatives as needed. Champion our Pathways to Excellence (B2E) quality and safety program by promoting continuous improvement, communication boards, daily huddles, and patient-centered care. Engage in clinical escalation for complex cases and provide mentorship for PA staff. Other duties as required.