Medical Director (Chicago)

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$200,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr

Overview
The Medical Director is a full-time leadership position responsible for the oversight and coordination of all clinical services provided at the IMAN Health Center. This role combines administrative leadership (60% FTE) with direct patient care responsibilities (40% FTE), delivering high-quality, family-oriented primary care. The Medical Director ensures clinical excellence, compliance with regulatory standards, and alignment with organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities (40% FTE)

• Provides comprehensive, outpatient primary care across the lifespan, including preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, and follow-up.
• Ensures continuity and coordination of care for all patients, maintaining high standards of evidence-based practice.
• Documents patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely manner, consistent with clinic policies and billing requirements.
• Maintains required licensure and board certification; fulfills continuing medical education (CME) requirements and stays up to date on clinical guidelines and evidence-based practices.
  

• Leads clinical operations, including utilization review, collaborative care, case management, and related policy and practice initiatives.
• Establishes and monitors clinical protocols, treatment standards, and quality benchmarks.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA) and accreditation standards.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates clinical practice guidelines and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitors performance metrics and outcomes, addressing gaps in care.
• Supervises the Behavioral Health Director and, through that role, all licensed independent practitioners, including volunteers.
• Prepares regular reports for the Board of Directors and Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Committee.
• Collaborates with IMAN leadership to align clinical services with the clinics mission, budget, and strategic goals.
• Leads and participates in provider and clinical team meetings to promote communication, education, and performance standards.
• Oversees quality assurance and performance improvement activities across clinical programs.
  

• Licensed physician (M.D. or D.O.) with active clinical experience.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.
• Current, unrestricted medical license in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum five (5) years of clinical experience in primary care, preferably in a safety-net or community health setting.
• Minimum five (5) years of leadership or management experience in a healthcare or managed care environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse clinical teams and implement programmatic improvements.
• Strong knowledge of primary care, preventive health, and healthcare regulations.
• Skills in communication, team-building, and data-informed decision-making.
  

• Familiarity with value-based care models, health equity principles, and quality improvement methods preferred.
• Bilingual in English and another language (Spanish or Arabic) highly preferred to effectively serve the clinics patient population.
  

• Limited local travel is required.
• Occasional domestic travel may be expected.
  

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during clinical work, meetings, and administrative tasks.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and visual acuity to perform clinical examinations, review medical records, and operate computer systems.
• Capacity to occasionally lift or move light objects (e.g., medical supplies, files).
• Physical ability to respond to emergency situations if needed.
  

• Strategic Clinical Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to align clinical operations with organizational goals, lead change, and contribute to strategic planning that enhances care delivery and patient outcomes.
• Provider Development & Mentorship: Supports the professional growth of clinical staff through mentorship, performance feedback, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in care.
• Collaborative Communication: Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with internal teams, patients, and external partners.
• Teamwork & Independence: Works well both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in dynamic clinical environments.
• Judgment & Confidentiality: Exercises sound clinical and operational judgment; maintains discretion and adheres to confidentiality standards at all times.
• Clinical Quality & Safety: Applies knowledge of clinical quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety standards to improve care delivery.
• Quality Improvement Leadership: Leads or actively contributes to quality improvement initiatives, utilizing data and best practices to drive measurable change.
• Cultural & Linguistic Competency: Provides patient-centered care that is sensitive to cultural, religious, and racial diversity; bilingual ability preferred for enhanced communication and care delivery.
• Licensure & Credentialing: Maintains current Illinois medical licensure, CME requirements, and all clinical credentials in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Regulatory and Compliance Expertise: Ensures organizational adherence to all relevant healthcare laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and ethical guidelines, proactively managing risk and fostering a culture of compliance.
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Civic and Social Organizations

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