Medical Director OBGYN

Friend Health; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

403b

PTO and holidays

Collaborative team

Job summary

Friend Health is seeking an OB Medical Director to lead the Obstetrics Department, set strategic direction, and ensure high-quality patient care and operational excellence. The role collaborates with the Chief Medical Officer and other leaders to implement evidence-based standards and protocols.

The ideal candidate holds MD or DO, board-certified in OB/GYN, with 5+ years of OB/GYN clinical experience and 3+ years in administrative leadership.

Qualifications

• MD or DO, board-certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• 5+ years of OB/GYN clinical experience.
• 3+ years administrative leadership in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency with EMR systems: Centricity and EPIC.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain professional standards and medical protocols within the OB department.
• Evaluate and monitor quality of patient care services.
• Provide on-site clinical leadership for OB providers.
• Oversee medical, academic, teaching, and training practices for OB professionals.
• Ensure compliance with provider education and licensure requirements with HR.
• Develop and implement programs to address patient/community health needs.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, coaching, benefits administration, and retention of OB providers.
• Ensure efficient scheduling to maximize room utilization.
• Monitor provider productivity and performance with Clinical Operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state healthcare regulations including FTCA.
• Establish patient quality care standards across OB specialties.
• Implement strategies to reduce health disparities and move to value-based care.
• Supervise medical collaborations and linkage agreements.
• Participate in daily huddles to discuss complex cases.
• Ensure effective use of EHR to maximize revenue and outcomes.
• Represent Friend Health in medical matters with external agencies.
• Complete special projects and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and professional conduct.

Skills

OB/GYN clinical experience

Administrative leadership

Clinical leadership

Self-directed work style

Education

MD/DO degree

Board-Certified OB/GYN

Advanced degree in health admin (preferred)

Tools

Centricity EMR

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Friend Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced OB Medical Director to lead and oversee the daily medical operations of our Obstetrics Department. This leadership role is responsible for organizing, administering, and setting the strategic direction of the department while ensuring high-quality patient care, medical excellence, and operational efficiency. The OB Medical Director will collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer, other Medical Directors, and key organizational leaders to implement evidence-based medical standards and protocols.

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Establish and maintain professional standards and medical protocols within the OB department.
• Evaluate and monitor quality of patient care services.
• Provide on-site clinical leadership for OB providers, including physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs).
• Oversee medical, academic, teaching, and training practices for OB healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with provider clinical education and licensure requirements in conjunction with HR.

Program & Provider Management

• Develop and implement programs to address patient and community health needs in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, coaching, benefits administration, and retention of OB providers.
• Ensure efficient provider scheduling to accommodate patient demand and maximize utilization of exam rooms.
• Monitor provider productivity and performance, working closely with Clinical Operations and Site Management.

Quality & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and healthcare regulatory requirements (including FTCA compliance).
• Establish patient quality care standards across OB medical specialties.
• Implement strategies to reduce community health disparities and transition to a value-based care model.
• Supervise medical collaborations and medical linkage agreements.
• Participate in daily huddles to discuss complex patient cases and coordinate care.
• Ensure effective and efficient use of electronic health records (EHR) systems, maximizing revenue and care outcomes.

Administrative & External Representation

• Represent Friend Health in medical and clinical matters with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Complete special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations, ethical standards, and professional conduct.

QUALIFICATIONS

• M.D. or D.O., Board-Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• 5+ years of clinical experience in OB/GYN care.
• 3+ years of administrative leadership experience in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EHR) systems (Centricity and EPIC preferred).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a self-directed, high-intensity patient care environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional advanced degree in Business, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field.

Experience working in a community-based healthcare setting.

Occupational Risk for Exposure to TB

This position carries an occupational risk for exposure to Tuberculosis (TB) due to extensive patient contact. Employment is contingent upon annual TB testing, unless an exception applies:

Documented medical contraindications

Documented religious objections

Staff who decline TB testing or flu vaccinations due to medical or religious exemptions will be required to wear a mask when appropriate.

BENEFITS

Friend Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 403b
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Friend Health is a mission-driven community healthcare provider dedicated to delivering quality, patient-centered care to diverse populations. Our team is committed to advancing healthcare equity by ensuring access to compassionate and comprehensive medical services.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Friend Health – HRDI is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation including gender identity, gender expression, military discharge status, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. In addition, Friend Health – HRDI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Doctor of Medicine or better.

Experience

Required

5 years:

5 years:

Clinical experience in OB/GYN care

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