Primary Care Physician, Leadership Fellow

ChenMed LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 221,141 - 315,915; Full time

Job summary

ChenMed is looking for a Primary Care Physician, Leadership Fellow in Cleveland, Ohio. This role offers an accelerated development program for new Physicians committed to patient-centered, value-based healthcare. The selected candidate will manage patient care, engage in leadership duties, and participate in development programs.

The salary ranges from $221,141 to $315,915, with relocation incentives available. Ideal candidates will have an MD or DO background in relevant fields and substantial clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family practice setting preferred.
• Prior leadership experience (e.g., Chief Resident, fellowship, or equivalent) required.
• Current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Takes full accountability for patient care and outcomes.
• Leads a care team and engages with other healthcare resources.

Skills

Advanced-level business acuity

Expert knowledge of general/core job-related functions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Effective communication skills

Independent judgment and decision-making

Education

MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics

Current active MD licensure

Board certification in terminal specialty

Job description

Primary Care Physician, Leadership Fellow

The Primary Care Physician, Leadership Fellow will be part of an accelerated development program for new Physician & Physician Leaders dedicated to patient-centered, value-based healthcare.

Relocation and commencement incentive packages up to $100,000 are available.

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Independently provides care for patients with acute and chronic illnesses encountered in the older adult patient.
• Takes full accountability for patient care and outcomes and appropriately seeks consultation from internal or external specialists when needed.
• Once mastering the Core Model, plays an active role in managing their center, the center’s physicians, and covering for other providers as requested.
• Engages in facilitated practice and leadership rounding both as a recipient and to support growth of other providers in the center.
• Engages with hospitalists when one of their patients is hospitalized.
• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion and care coordination and documentation for patients with acute and complex chronic health needs.
• Leads their care team consisting of a care promoter (medical assistant), care facilitator, and care coordinator for patients able to come to the office.
• Engages with the transitional care team and other resources for patients who cannot come to the office.
• Takes full accountability for patient care and outcomes and seeks specialist consultation as needed.
• Supervises, collaborates with, participates in or functions within a practice or collaborative agreement with an Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP) and remains accountable for the APP’s actions.

Leadership Development & Additional Leadership Duties

• Demonstrate mastery of the Core Model and pursue partnership attainment within the first two years.
• Assist the Associate Center Clinical Director and/or Market Clinical Director in onboarding new providers.
• Shadow current Associate Center Clinical Director and/or Market Clinical Directors for additional leadership insights.
• Engage in leadership development programs to prepare for an Associate Center Clinical Director role.
• Lead weekly Super Huddle (SH) and Transforming Care Meeting (TCM) and support Center Operations Director when needed.
• Assist Center and Market leadership in identifying and planning key clinical outcomes and coaching other providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned and modified at the manager’s discretion.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced-level business acuity.
• Expert knowledge of general/core job-related functions and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other company applications.
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally as required.
• Openness to commute to neighboring centers or relocate to other markets.
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence and effective communication skills.
• Ability to build trust, provide specific feedback, and manage time and priorities.
• Fluency in English (verbal and written); other languages as required by some centers.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Independent judgment and decision-making.

Education and Experience Criteria

• MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or similar specialty required.
• Current active MD licensure in the state of employment required.
• Minimum of 1-year clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family practice setting preferred.
• Prior leadership experience (e.g., Chief Resident, fellowship, or equivalent).
• Board certification in the terminal specialty; if not certified, board eligibility is required.
• Maintenance of board certification through MOC, CME, or exam retesting.
• Current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within the first 90 days of employment.

Pay Range

$221,141 - $315,915 Salary

Employee Benefits

Benefits details: https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents