Medical Director / Attending Physician

Cornerstone; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Malpractice Insurance

Competitive salary

Job summary

Cornerstone Clinical Partners in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Medical Director/Attending Physician to oversee comprehensive care for residents in long-term care settings. This leadership role focuses on quality, patient outcomes, and clinical governance while guiding a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will mentor clinicians, lead credentialing, participate in QAPI, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive new programs that enhance geriatric care.

Qualifications

• CMD certification is preferred.
• Extensive LTC or skilled nursing facility experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality improvement in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical staff to maintain high standards of care.
• Lead credentialing and recruitment for medical staff.
• Chair the QAPI Committee on a quarterly basis.
• Ensure DOH survey readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Implement new clinical programs and geriatric care initiatives.
• Provide direct patient care as needed while guiding the team.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team-building

Communication

Geriatric care

Education

CMD certification (preferred)

Job description

About Cornerstone Clinical Partners

Cornerstone Clinical Partners is a physician-led medical group focused exclusively on skilled nursing and long-term care facilities in North Carolina and Virginia. We provide primary care, specialty services, and medical leadership with a clear focus on delivering consistent, high-quality care to medically complex residents while helping reduce avoidable hospitalizations.

Location

Gastonia, NC

Schedule

Part-Time

Salary per annum

$50,000 - $60,000

Job Summary

Cornerstone Clinical Partners is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Medical Director/ Attending Physician to join our team. As the Medical Director/ Attending Physician , you will play a key role in overseeing the delivery of comprehensive care to patients, ensuring high-quality service, and promoting best practices across the healthcare team. You will provide leadership, guidance, and direction to clinical staff, fostering a collaborative environment while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and contribute to the growth and development of our medical team.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing oversight, mentorship, and clinical guidance to the medical staff to maintain high standards of care
• Foster a collaborative environment that promotes best practices and continuous professional development
• Lead the interview and credentialing process for prospective medical staff
• Chair or co-chair the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Committee on a quarterly basis
• Assist in Department of Health (DOH) survey preparedness, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
• Lead the implementation of new clinical programs and initiatives
• Stay informed of advancements in geriatric and long-term care to continuously evolve the facility’s clinical offerings
• Provide direct patient care to residents, ensuring the highest quality of clinical treatment and support

Requirements

• Certified Medical Director (CMD) certification is preferred.
• Extensive experience in long-term care (LTC) or skilled nursing facility settings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality improvement processes in long-term care
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to enhance patient care and facility operations
• Prolonged standing and walking on facility floors. Carrying a medical bag, laptop, tablet or diagnostic equipment. Bending, stooping, or assisting with positioning during exams. Navigating multi-level buildings, potentially with stairs or uneven surfaces. Lifting/moving patients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary per annum: $50,000 - $60,000
• Paid Time Off
• Malpractice Insurance

Why Work With Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors
• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Enjoy work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cornerstone Clinical Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Cornerstone Clinical Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.