Medical Director, PACE: Lead Innovative Elder Care

Elderhaus; Glen Meade (NC); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Continuing medical education support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Elderhaus seeks a Medical Director in Wilmington, NC to lead medical services for our PACE program, blending clinical leadership with quality improvement and interdisciplinary collaboration to help frail older adults remain at home.

Based in Wilmington with occasional travel to New Bern, the director will guide providers, oversee policies, and maintain patient-centered care across settings, ensuring compassionate, effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires MD or DO with board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Current NC medical license or eligibility is required.
• DEA registration and BLS/CPR certification required.
• Minimum two years caring for older adults or frail elders.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall medical direction and oversight for Elderhaus PACE participants.
• Lead efforts to improve clinical outcomes and patient experience.
• Serve as clinical resource for physicians, NPs, nurses and the care team.
• Ensure evidence-based, participant-centered care across settings.

Skills

Leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Quality improvement

Strategic planning

Education

MD/DO

Board certification in IM or FM

NC medical licensure

DEA registration

BLS/CPR

Experience with older adults

Driver's license

Job description

Elderhaus seeks a Medical Director in Wilmington, NC to lead medical services for our PACE program, blending clinical leadership with quality improvement and interdisciplinary collaboration to help frail older adults remain at home.

Based in Wilmington with occasional travel to New Bern, the director will guide providers, oversee policies, and maintain patient-centered care across settings, ensuring compassionate, effective outcomes.