Medical Officer

ChenMed12 months ago
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

The Clinical Director will directly supervise and train primary care providers (PCPs) at an assigned center. This role is accountable for maximizing overall core model execution – improving clinical quality, efficiency, outcomes, and clinician/patient satisfaction. The role blends direct patient care with leadership responsibilities such as mentoring PCPs and strengthening clinical-operations synergy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently provide care for older adult patients with acute and chronic conditions, taking full accountability for patient care and outcomes.
  • Engage with hospitalists when patients are hospitalized and ensure continuous involvement in detailed patient care.
  • Assess, diagnose, treat, and coordinate care for patients with complex health needs, while educating and promoting health.
  • Lead a care team including a care promoter, care facilitator, and care coordinator for patients who can visit the office.
  • Coordinate with transitional care teams and external resources for patients unable to visit the office.
  • Lead weekly Super Huddles and Transforming Care Meetings, and fill in for clinical leadership as needed.
  • Actively manage the center by recruiting patients and interviewing additional providers, as well as mentoring and coaching PCPs.
  • Partner with center operations to drive improvements in financial performance and increase patient membership.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

  • MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a similar specialty
  • Current, active MD licensure in the state of employment
  • Minimum of 1-year clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family practice setting is preferred
  • Completion of Chen Medical training, including Masterful Conversations and meeting facilitation
  • Board Eligibility is required; board certification is preferred and must be maintained with necessary MOC, CME, or board exams
  • Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within the first 90 days of employment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable applications
  • Ability and willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally as required
  • Fluency in English, both verbal and written
  • Demonstrated use and exercise of independent judgment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a similar specialty
  • Experience as a lead PCP or with a leadership role in clinical settings

Benefits & Perks

  • Great Compensation
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Excellent work-life balance and growth opportunities

Required Skills

Communication
Clinical Leadership
Geriatric Care
Patient Care
Independent Judgment
Board Certification
Chronic Disease Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Team Management
BLS Certification