Physician***Sign-on Bonus***

Altea Healthcare; Michigan; On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on Bonus

Licensure reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Flexible scheduling

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Michigan is seeking a Medical Director for skilled nursing facilities. This role involves overseeing patient care, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with nursing staff. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating illnesses while managing a dedicated team. The position offers a competitive salary range of $210,000 to $250,000 with benefits focused on work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of medical terminology and physiology is essential.
• Experience with managed care and EHR systems preferred.
• Experience in patient care and hospital environments needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as medical director for skilled nursing facilities.
• Attend monthly quality assurance and participate in improvement meetings.
• Provide guidance to facility staff and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants for resident care.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.

Skills

Medical License

Medical terminology understanding

Experience with managed care

Experience in patient care

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Altea Healthcare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$210,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

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.

Sign‑on Bonus

Apply today to learn more about this rewarding opportunity!

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; ensuring 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 physician assistants.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including Medical Director stipend.
• Compensation ranges approximately from $210,000 – $250,000/year (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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE) statement: This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.