Physician - Medical Director - West

JPS Health Network; Hope Hull (AL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Director to oversee daily operations, enhance patient access, and improve clinical performance. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a focus on quality improvement and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy, board certification in Cardiology, and experience in a complex healthcare environment. Join us in transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (ATO)

Relocation assistance

Malpractice insurance

Health, vision, dental insurance options

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years leadership experience in a large, complex hospital or health system.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and administrative oversight of daily operations.
• Collaborates with physicians/providers to improve clinical performance.
• Supports education and professional development of medical students.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Quality Improvement

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy

Board Certification in Cardiology

Texas Medical License

Job description

Acclaim Physician Group, Inc. (Acclaim) is a multi-specialty medical group practice comprising over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants partnering with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS's mission to transform healthcare delivery for the communities served. From primary care to pediatrics and a full range of specialties, Acclaim aims to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.

JPS, as the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, has served Tarrant County residents for over 100 years. It is also an urban teaching hospital with a history of training physicians and medical students, offering 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation, in collaboration with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Texas Christian University Medical School.

For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title:

Requisition Number: req27332

Location:

South Campus Health Center

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The [Clinic] Medical Director provides leadership and administrative oversight of the daily operations of their respective area, including APPs. Responsibilities include schedule development, template management, clinical management, provider engagement, patient experience, and quality improvement.

The Medical Director collaborates with physicians/providers, the Vice Chair of [Area], and the Practice Manager, communicating about outpatient clinical activities, best practices, evidence-based guidelines, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Performance

• Assigns clinical coverage to ensure timely patient access, aligning with hospital and Acclaim expectations.
• Partners with Practice Managers to improve clinical efficiency and performance.
• Oversees clinical work distribution, templates, patient access, and experience.
• Acts as liaison with physicians/providers to ensure high standards of service and patient-centered care.
• Communicates needs and progress in clinical performance improvement.

People Performance

• Addresses team dynamics or behavioral issues with Vice Chair/Chair.
• Monitors providers’ adherence to practice, quality, and behavioral standards, communicating concerns appropriately.
• Participates in provider performance appraisals and recruitment processes.

Academic and Educational Activities

• Supports education and professional development of medical students, residents, and fellows, providing mentoring and guidance.

Financial Performance and Growth Strategies

• Works with Vice Chair on strategic goals to expand clinical services.
• Estimates future staffing and resource needs.
• Participates in strategic planning to improve performance and growth.
• Enhances patient access and builds referral relationships.

Quality and Risk

• Monitors quality and satisfaction metrics with Vice Chair.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state directives.
• Communicates policies and standards to physicians/providers in collaboration with leadership.

Community Engagement

• Participates in community education and public relations initiatives as requested.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Cardiology and eligibility for Texas licensure.
• Minimum of three years leadership experience in a large, complex hospital or health system.
• Texas Medical License required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership experience or potential preferred.

Leadership Skills and Competencies:

• Effective communicator and diplomat, inspiring diverse audiences.
• Responsive, collaborative, and transparent in management style.
• Ability to motivate, develop, and hold staff accountable.
• Strong political acumen and stakeholder management skills.
• Personal and professional role model with a focus on team development.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (ATO)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice insurance
• Health, vision, dental insurance options
• Retirement plans

Location Address:

2500 Circle Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76119, United States