Thepaceplace
5450 Ramona Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205, USA
Job Description Posted Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM
PACE Place provides coordinated medical and social services to elders who want to remain in their home but need support to do so. PACE Place provides Medical, Rehabilitation, In-Home Assistance, Transportation, Social Work, and Day Center services for patients in our care.
Position Summary The Medical Director provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical aspects of care for PACE Organization. The Medical Director is responsible for the delivery and oversight of participant care, clinical outcomes, implementation and oversight of the quality assessment and performance improvement program, utilization management, development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols. The Medical Director will provide direction and supervision to primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing staff and allied health services and leadership of the program among staff, colleagues, and providers in the community.
Essential Functions Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversight and responsibility for the PACE Quality Program
Understand the regulations related to Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) and PACE and the medical director’s role.
The medical director is responsible for the delivery of participant care and clinical outcomes.
Proactively develop a collaborative working relationship with the quality manager.
Assume overall accountability and responsibility for the medical care of the participants.
Oversee the medical service team to promote quality and outcome goals.
Overall responsibility for the implementation and oversight of the QAPI activities, and QAPI plan. Studies data, reviews procedures, identifies problems and makes necessary corrections to ensure the QAPI plan is viable, and data has integrity.
Chair of the Quality Assurance Committee.
Provide medical oversight in the development of standards and uniform treatment policies and procedures to ensure they are inclusive of the knowledge and values which guide PACE Partners of NE FL.
Develop and maintain written objectives, policies and procedures, an organizational plan, and a quality assurance program for the medical service. All medical policies shall be reviewed at least annually.
Coordinate and integrate medical services with other participant care services to provide a continuum of care for the participants
Develop, implement, and monitor outcome measures to assure appropriate and efficient utilization of all health care services including:
Hospital inpatient and ER utilization
Pharmaceuticals
Specialist referrals
Medication management
Nursing facility utilization
When utilization problems are identified, research the best practices and work with clinical staff and interdisciplinary team to make appropriate procedural and operational changes to bring utilization into alignment with established PACE best practices.
Supervise PACE Partners of NE FL primary care practitioners:
Recruit and train primary care physicians and geriatric nurse practitioners as indicated
Assist in developing and maintaining written job descriptions for the medical staff. Participate in the review of credentials and delineation of privileges of medical staff members, and assign duties based upon education, training, competencies, and job descriptions.
Participate in annual performance evaluations of Primary Care Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.
Consult with primary care staff to discuss clinical and case management issues
Monitor clinic operations to ensure integration of primary care and nursing services
Oversee and ensure appropriate encounter, HCC, and diagnostic coding practices of Primary Care providers.
Participate in primary care, hospital and nursing home rounds, and the 24-hour on-call system to assure continuity of care for PACE participants.
Ensure that medical staffing patterns are implemented
Collaborate with the Intake and Enrollment team in the evaluation of prospective participants
Act as community liaison with physician groups, specialists, and hospitals to represent PACE Partners of NE FL and assure good provider relationships.
In conjunction with the Executive Director, participate in contract negotiations and monitoring with medical and health related providers.
Provide leadership with medical staff, promoting the goals and needs of PACE Partners of NE FL and those it serves.
Participate with the executive management group in internal operations, program development and resource utilization.
Participate in staff orientation and staff education activities.
Participate in continuing education and training of all PACE Partners of NE FL staff.
Participate in the National PACE Association physician network to assure representation and recognition.
Identify opportunities for clinical and health care delivery research which will enhance the geriatric leadership role of PACE Partners of NE FL in clinical expertise and innovation.
Qualifications Knowledge and Critical Skills
Clinical skills:
The Medical Director in a PACE program must be proficient in geriatric medicine and chronic disease management, ensuring comprehensive, interdisciplinary care that aligns with both clinical and regulatory standards. They should possess strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills, including medication management and preventive health oversight, as well as be able to recognize functional decline that may warrant transition to palliative or hospice care. Additionally, they must demonstrate leadership in quality improvement initiatives, guiding a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and compliance.
Strategic thinking:
The Medical Director in a PACE program must demonstrate strategic thinking to align clinical operations with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. They should anticipate future needs, optimize resources, and drive innovative solutions that enhance participant outcomes. This role requires the ability to balance immediate clinical priorities with long-term program growth and sustainability. The medical director should be knowledgeable on care management, encompassing mitigation of high-cost care events and use of remote technologies and data as tools for clinical decision support.
Collaboration and communication with participants, family/caregivers, IDT members, contracted facilities, and vendors to support care and (b) an understanding of social determinants that affect participants’ environments, level of treatment adherence, and the potential for success of recommended interventions
Current knowledge of chronic care/geriatric issues and best practices.
Ability to build strong working relationships with other physicians and other health care managers and providers.
Good judgment, problem solving and cognitive skills.
Ability to process information accurately and timely.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Ability to lead and work within an interdisciplinary setting.
Enthusiasm for geriatric medicine and taking care of the chronically ill.
Ability to anticipate and manage changing priorities.
Skill and knowledge of how to work effectively in a managed care environment.
Working knowledge of PACE regulations.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with a frail or elderly population. Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing, training, and providing oversight to other advanced care practitioners. Prior PACE and/or value-based care experience preferred. Experience with oversight of a quality program or quality oversight preferred.
License / Certification
Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice
Board Certification – Geriatrics preferred
Current BCLS
State CDS Certification and DEA Registration
Education
Successfully completed a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
MD or DO designation
Other Requirements
Medical clearance for communicable diseases and current immunizations required before participant contact.
Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.
This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.
ADA Statement / Disclaimer PACE Place is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and the ability to perform the essential functions of a position. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@aliviacare.com .
We participate in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
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Job Description Posted Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM
PACE Place provides coordinated medical and social services to elders who want to remain in their home but need support to do so. PACE Place provides Medical, Rehabilitation, In-Home Assistance, Transportation, Social Work, and Day Center services for patients in our care.
Position Summary The Medical Director provides general medical direction and supervision of the medical aspects of care for PACE Organization. The Medical Director is responsible for the delivery and oversight of participant care, clinical outcomes, implementation and oversight of the quality assessment and performance improvement program, utilization management, development and maintenance of medical policies and procedures/standards and protocols. The Medical Director will provide direction and supervision to primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing staff and allied health services and leadership of the program among staff, colleagues, and providers in the community.
Essential Functions Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversight and responsibility for the PACE Quality Program
Understand the regulations related to Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) and PACE and the medical director’s role.
The medical director is responsible for the delivery of participant care and clinical outcomes.
Proactively develop a collaborative working relationship with the quality manager.
Assume overall accountability and responsibility for the medical care of the participants.
Oversee the medical service team to promote quality and outcome goals.
Overall responsibility for the implementation and oversight of the QAPI activities, and QAPI plan. Studies data, reviews procedures, identifies problems and makes necessary corrections to ensure the QAPI plan is viable, and data has integrity.
Chair of the Quality Assurance Committee.
Provide medical oversight in the development of standards and uniform treatment policies and procedures to ensure they are inclusive of the knowledge and values which guide PACE Partners of NE FL.
Develop and maintain written objectives, policies and procedures, an organizational plan, and a quality assurance program for the medical service. All medical policies shall be reviewed at least annually.
Coordinate and integrate medical services with other participant care services to provide a continuum of care for the participants
Develop, implement, and monitor outcome measures to assure appropriate and efficient utilization of all health care services including:
Hospital inpatient and ER utilization
Pharmaceuticals
Specialist referrals
Medication management
Nursing facility utilization
When utilization problems are identified, research the best practices and work with clinical staff and interdisciplinary team to make appropriate procedural and operational changes to bring utilization into alignment with established PACE best practices.
Supervise PACE Partners of NE FL primary care practitioners:
Recruit and train primary care physicians and geriatric nurse practitioners as indicated
Assist in developing and maintaining written job descriptions for the medical staff. Participate in the review of credentials and delineation of privileges of medical staff members, and assign duties based upon education, training, competencies, and job descriptions.
Participate in annual performance evaluations of Primary Care Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.
Consult with primary care staff to discuss clinical and case management issues
Monitor clinic operations to ensure integration of primary care and nursing services
Oversee and ensure appropriate encounter, HCC, and diagnostic coding practices of Primary Care providers.
Participate in primary care, hospital and nursing home rounds, and the 24-hour on-call system to assure continuity of care for PACE participants.
Ensure that medical staffing patterns are implemented
Collaborate with the Intake and Enrollment team in the evaluation of prospective participants
Act as community liaison with physician groups, specialists, and hospitals to represent PACE Partners of NE FL and assure good provider relationships.
In conjunction with the Executive Director, participate in contract negotiations and monitoring with medical and health related providers.
Provide leadership with medical staff, promoting the goals and needs of PACE Partners of NE FL and those it serves.
Participate with the executive management group in internal operations, program development and resource utilization.
Participate in staff orientation and staff education activities.
Participate in continuing education and training of all PACE Partners of NE FL staff.
Participate in the National PACE Association physician network to assure representation and recognition.
Identify opportunities for clinical and health care delivery research which will enhance the geriatric leadership role of PACE Partners of NE FL in clinical expertise and innovation.
Qualifications Knowledge and Critical Skills
Clinical skills:
The Medical Director in a PACE program must be proficient in geriatric medicine and chronic disease management, ensuring comprehensive, interdisciplinary care that aligns with both clinical and regulatory standards. They should possess strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills, including medication management and preventive health oversight, as well as be able to recognize functional decline that may warrant transition to palliative or hospice care. Additionally, they must demonstrate leadership in quality improvement initiatives, guiding a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and compliance.
Strategic thinking:
The Medical Director in a PACE program must demonstrate strategic thinking to align clinical operations with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. They should anticipate future needs, optimize resources, and drive innovative solutions that enhance participant outcomes. This role requires the ability to balance immediate clinical priorities with long-term program growth and sustainability. The medical director should be knowledgeable on care management, encompassing mitigation of high-cost care events and use of remote technologies and data as tools for clinical decision support.
Collaboration and communication with participants, family/caregivers, IDT members, contracted facilities, and vendors to support care and (b) an understanding of social determinants that affect participants’ environments, level of treatment adherence, and the potential for success of recommended interventions
Current knowledge of chronic care/geriatric issues and best practices.
Ability to build strong working relationships with other physicians and other health care managers and providers.
Good judgment, problem solving and cognitive skills.
Ability to process information accurately and timely.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Ability to lead and work within an interdisciplinary setting.
Enthusiasm for geriatric medicine and taking care of the chronically ill.
Ability to anticipate and manage changing priorities.
Skill and knowledge of how to work effectively in a managed care environment.
Working knowledge of PACE regulations.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with a frail or elderly population. Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing, training, and providing oversight to other advanced care practitioners. Prior PACE and/or value-based care experience preferred. Experience with oversight of a quality program or quality oversight preferred.
License / Certification
Board Certification – Internal Medicine or Family Practice
Board Certification – Geriatrics preferred
Current BCLS
State CDS Certification and DEA Registration
Education
Successfully completed a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
MD or DO designation
Other Requirements
Medical clearance for communicable diseases and current immunizations required before participant contact.
Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.
This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.
ADA Statement / Disclaimer PACE Place is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and the ability to perform the essential functions of a position. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@aliviacare.com .
We participate in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
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