Physician***Multi Sites***

Altea Healthcare; Overton (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

Licensure reimbursement

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Altea Healthcare, leaders in post-acute and primary care, seeks a Physician Medical Director to oversee SNFs and guide quality initiatives across facilities. This traveling role serves multiple Tyler and Overton, TX sites, supported by NP/PA colleagues.

Enjoy flexible scheduling, licensure reimbursement, malpractice coverage, competitive compensation, and clear paths for leadership and career advancement. Strong collaboration with facility staff, adherence to state and federal regulations, and

Qualifications

• Medical license required.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology.
• Experience with managed care and EHR systems.
• Experience in patient care and hospital environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as medical director for skilled nursing facilities and participate in administrative/quality initiatives.
• Attend and contribute to monthly quality assurance and process improvement meetings; guide facility staff; supervise clinical staff.
• Act as attending physician for residents at each facility; collaborate with PAs and NPs for day-to-day resident care.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centered primary care by rounding on SNF residents; diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Supervise collaborating nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Managed care experience

EHR systems experience

Clinical care experience

Staff supervision

Education

Medical license (MD/DO)

Job description

At Altea Healthcare, we are leaders in post-acute and primary care, bringing compassion, innovation, and efficiency to skilled nursing facilities across the country. We foster a culture of support, professional growth, and work-life balance. Join our team and be part of a healthcare revolution that prioritizes both patients and providers.

***This role will travel between multiple facilities in the Tyler and Overton, TX areas.***

Job Highlights

• Work-Life Balance: Competitive compensation with balanced hours.
• Always Supported: NP/PA support at all locations, always.
• Flexible Scheduling: Your schedule, tailored to fit your life. No set daily shift times.
• No Overnight Duties: Sleep peacefully with no overnight call/requirements.
• Licensure Reimbursed: We cover your medical licensure costs.
• Malpractice: Full insurance peace of mind.
• Relocation Help: Assistance for a smooth move.
• Referral Bonus: Earn more by expanding our team.
• Career Advancement: Leadership opportunities promoted.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• The physician serves as medical director for skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and participates in administrative and quality initiatives for the facilities he or she is responsible for;
• Medical directorship functions include attending and participating in monthly quality assurance and process improvement meetings; participating in quality improvement initiatives; providing guidance to facility staff; reviewing and revising (if necessary) facility's clinical guidelines; insuring compliance with state and federal regulations, training facility staff; and supervising facility clinical staff.
• In addition to the medical director role, the physician also serves as the attending physician for the residents residing at each facility;
• The physician collaborates with Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to manage day to day resident care at each facility. Typically, each facility will have a full-time PA or NP assigned to the facility depending on the acuity and volume of the patient population;
• Physician will provide high quality, patient-centered, comprehensive primary care services by rounding on patients residing in SNFs;
• Physician is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with acute illness, such as bacterial and viral infections, as well as chronic diseases and conditions, such as hypertension, heart disease, or diabetes
• Physician must be able to supervise collaborating nurse practitioners and physicians assistants

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including Medical Director stipend
• Compensation ranges approximately from $210,000 - $250,000 per year depending upon employment status and availability (Full-Time)

Qualifications

• Medical License
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology
• Experience with managed care and EHR systems
• Experience in patient care and hospital environments

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. All benefits and job highlights are subject to and contingent upon availability.