Hybrid Medical Director

at knownwell

• Job title: Medical Director
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $250,000 - $300,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Medical Director providing clinical leadership in a weight-inclusive healthcare company. Overseeing patient care and mentoring clinical staff while driving clinical initiatives and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate performance by tracking provider access, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and collaborating with knownwell teammates to ensure sufficient clinic staffing.
• Represent the rights of both providers and patients to ensure they are all treated with respect and dignity.
• Support the Regional Senior Medical Director in development or adaptation and implementation of market specific operational procedures and protocols for existing and any new practice(s) to ensure efficient, effective, and safe operations.
• Provide clinical leadership and support by mentoring and coaching clinical staff, ensuring that they are up to date on the latest medical advancements and practices.
• Drive clinical initiatives by leading the development and implementation of new clinical programs, policies, and procedures to improve patient care and outcomes.
• Build relationships with providers and stakeholders by establishing strong relationships with physicians and advanced practice clinicians.
• Support the development of referral relationships with local healthcare providers, including primary care, specialists, and health system networks.
• Participate in educational sessions and presentations to local healthcare professionals about the practice's services and benefits.
• Attend networking events, medical conferences and community health fairs to increase visibility and create referral opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional materials and campaigns that highlight the practice's unique offerings and advantages.
• See adults ages 16+ for primary care and metabolic health.
• See pediatric patients ages 12+ for metabolic health only, if appropriately licensed and experienced.
• Remote patient care dependent upon clinic needs.
• Remote care using audio and visual technology to complete patient examinations, evaluation, assessments, diagnoses and treatment plans.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
• Board certification in Family Practice or Internal Medicine.
• Certification with American Board of Obesity Medicine recommended but not required.
• You have an active, unrestricted license to practice in Illinois
• Minimum of 5 years of in person or remote clinical experience practicing as a physician outside of residency or fellowship training
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership overseeing clinicians (MD/DO/NP/PA) in ambulatory setting.
• Willingness to obtain additional licensures if needed based upon business needs.
• Valid DEA required with no restrictions and prescribing authority (per state practice regulation)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications recommended but not required.
• BLS certification
• Clinical experience in an ambulatory care setting, family or internal medicine; experience in chronic condition management and weight management preferred.
• If no formal training in weight management, willingness to participate in knownwell clinical education and training plan for weight management and/or pursue ABOM certification.
• Willing to supervise Advanced Practice Clinician(s) as deemed necessary and appropriate by the practice.
• Abide by state specific rules and regulations as a collaborative physician.
• Experience networking and promoting self and the practice through individual and group outreach campaigns.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You’re dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in primary care and obesity medicine.
• You believe in inclusive, compassionate care.
• You believe in shared decision making with a patient. You honor the goals a patient has for their health, and you partner with them to help them achieve those goals.
• You have high emotional intelligence and know how to make a patient feel at ease – without judgment and without shame.
• You’re willing and excited to try new technologies that are both patient and provider oriented.
• You are excited to work with a collaborative team of physicians, APC’s, registered dietitians, medical assistants, health coaches, and other staff.
• Must have access to high-speed internet and phone lines.
• Access to transportation to get to different clinics in a timely manner.
• We are unable to sponsor visas currently, so you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k match
• PTO