Medical Director

Missouri Ozarks Community Health; Ava (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Quarterly and Annual bonuses

4-day work week option

20 days PTO

8 paid holidays

Personal Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

CME Time & professional fees allowance

Health, dental, vision, and life보험

401(k) plan + employer retirement

Malpractice insurance

Minimal after-hours call

Student Loan Support/Forgiveness

Professional development & leadership

Job summary

Missouri Ozarks Community Health (MOCH) is seeking a full‑time Medical Director to lead our clinical team and deliver compassionate, high‑quality care across seven clinics in rural Southern Missouri. You will balance leadership duties with direct patient care, mentoring mid‑level providers and shaping clinical operations.

The role offers a competitive salary, sign‑on bonus, quarterly/annual bonuses, 4‑day work week option, and comprehensive benefits, supporting work‑life balance and community

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Physician licensed in Missouri.
• Board-certified in Primary Care or Family Medicine required.
• Post-residency clinical experience preferred; experience with underserved populations ideal.
• Administrative, management, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; able to meet physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to ambulatory patients at Ava Clinic and MOCH clinics.
• Oversee clinical staff and perform supervision, mentorship, and performance audits.
• Serve as clinical resource for consultation and referrals across disciplines.
• Promote quality improvement initiatives and ensure data‑driven performance.
• Develop and update medical care protocols and procedures.
• Manage telephone triage protocols and utilization/risk management systems.
• Provide care at clinic locations, outreach sites, and school‑based clinics within 50 miles of Ava.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical school

Job description

Missouri Ozarks Community Health (MOCH), a Federally Qualified Health Center, is seeking a full‑time Medical Director to lead our clinical team and support our mission of delivering compassionate, accessible, high‑quality healthcare to our rural Southern Missouri communities.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a board‑certified physician who wants to combine meaningful leadership responsibilities with direct patient care-while enjoying work‑life balance, competitive compensation, and the ability to make a lasting community impact.

About the Role

The Medical Director oversees all medical care across MOCH's seven clinics, ensuring high-quality, patient‑centered services. This position will work in close collaboration with Administration to guide organizational planning, quality improvement, and clinical operations. This role offers the opportunity to take on meaningful leadership responsibilities, mentor and collaborate with mid‑level providers, and remain actively involved in delivering high‑quality patient care.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Sign‑on bonus
• Quarterly and Annual bonuses
• 4‑day work week option
• 20 days PTO (increases with years of service)
• 8 paid holidays
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Relocation assistance
• CME Time & professional fees allowances
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan + employer retirement contribution
• Malpractice insurance
• Minimal after‑hours call
• Opportunity to qualify for Student Loan Support/Forgiveness
• Professional development & leadership support

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care to ambulatory patients from Ava Clinic and across MOCH clinics.
• Oversee the delivery of medical care by clinical staff, including supervision, mentorship, and performance audits.
• Serve as a clinical resource for consultation and referrals across disciplines.
• Promote the quality improvement initiatives and ensure data‑driven performance.
• Develop, update, and ensure adherence to medical care protocols and procedures.
• Manage telephone triage protocols and utilization/risk management systems.
• Provide medical care at clinic locations, outreach sites, and school‑based clinics (within a 50‑mile radius of Ava) as requested.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Participate in organizational strategic planning.
• Assist in development of healthcare plans and grant‑supporting documents.
• Attend administrative staff, leadership, and Board meetings as required.
• Collaborate on medical expense budgets and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Assist in developing clinical staffing plans and resolving professional disagreements.
• Support community service initiatives and participate in fundraising activities.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited medical school; physician licensed in the State of Missouri
• Board‑certified in Primary Care or Family Medicine required
• Post‑residency clinical experience preferred; experience with underserved populations ideal
• Administrative, management, or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to meet physical requirements (hearing, speaking, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs)