Talent.com
Associate Medical Director - Rural Health Services

Associate Medical Director - Rural Health Services

Petaluma Health CenterPetaluma, CA, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Petaluma Health Center's mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County & West Marin. We pride ourselves on our Patient-Centered care while maintaining an engaging environment for our staff. The Center accomplishes this mission through collaborative, innovative programs, services and referral resources that meet the economic needs of the entire community.

About the Role

The Lead Physician, Rural Primary Care Services promotes delivery of high-quality accessible health care at Petaluma Health Center’s rural sites through the following : oversight of clinical guidelines and clinical risk management; supervision of Primary Care and Ancillary Providers; onboarding of new providers; and establishment of rural health teaching initiatives.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

  • Provides for the diagnosis and treatment of health center patients within the scope of his / her license to practice medicine for a specified panel of patients.
  • Provides back-up for nurse practitioners and physician assistants on site, or by phone during the day or after hours.

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Clinical Supervision and Management :
  • Ensures provider competency in the delivery of high-quality clinical care.
  • Conducts physician and Advanced Practice Clinician evaluations via chart audit, direct observation, and analysis of patient and staff satisfaction surveys.
  • Analyzes results on a quarterly basis and collaborates with Medical Director, Primary care and providers to set development goals and improvement plans.
  • Oversees clinical risk management processes at the individual and team level.
  • Collaborates with the Director of Risk and Compliance and Chief Medical Officer to investigate issues and works directly with providers and team on necessary improvements.
  • Ensures proper and timely credentialing and privileging.
  • Trains new providers in the organization’s delivery of primary care.
  • Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem solving methods.
  • Provides timely communication with the Chief Medical Officer, including reporting status of employees and any critical or crisis situations.
  • Assists the organization in recruitment of new providers and maintenance of programs for provider retention.
  • Trains new providers in the organization’s delivery of patient care.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Quality Improvement and Services

  • Collaborates with Quality Improvement and Integration teams to promote improvements in quality of care.
  • Provides continuing medical education as requested for providers on topics related to primary care provision and Quality Improvement efforts.
  • Collaborates with Quality and Informatics teams to provide clinical leadership for health information technology innovations, and new methods of care delivery.
  • Collaborates with PHC Teaching Programs to develop and oversee Rural Health curriculum and training for NP / PA and Family Medicine residents.
  • Participate in Operations Meetings, Associate Director Meetings, and other management or quality meetings as assigned by Medical Director, Primary Care & CMO.
  • Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

    Education / Experience

  • Graduate from an accredited medical school.
  • Board Certified MD or DO with current California License and DEA.
  • Two or more years experience providing primary care in a family practice setting in good standing preferred.
  • One or more years of previous management experience highly desirable.
  • Experience working in a NCQA Patient –Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognized organization; understanding of NCQA Level 3 (highest) PCMH recognition requirements highly preferred.
  • Experience working in a Joint Commission Accredited health care organization; understanding of Joint Commission Ambulatory Care Accreditation requirements highly preferred.
  • Licenses and Certifications

  • State of California Medical License or Osteopathic Physician License.
  • Federal DEA Registration.
  • Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty.
  • Must maintain CME as required for certification renewals.
  • Must be BLS Certified.
  • Must be able to successfully meet PHC’s credentialing and privileging requirements.
  • Language Skills

  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.
  • Ability to communicate with customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and verbal preferred.
  • FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS : 21 Days of Paid Time Off, 10 Paid Holidays, Medical Insurance (Entire deductible paid by us!), 30 Chiropractor and Acupuncture visits per year included with enrollment in our health insurance plans (Kaiser and WHA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Gym Membership Discounts at Synergy Health Club and 24-Hour Fitness!, 401K Matching after 1 year of employment, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSA, Life Insurance (included at no cost to the employee), Long Term Disability (included at no cost to the employee), Employee Assistance Program (included at no cost to the employee)

    Create a job alert for this search

    Associate Medical Director • Petaluma, CA, United States

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2319 / Week

    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2319 / Week

    Fusion Medical StaffingSaint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time
    Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Saint Helena, CA. Shift : Inquire Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Multi-Site Medical Director - Hospital Medicine - Adventist Health St. Helena

    Multi-Site Medical Director - Hospital Medicine - Adventist Health St. Helena

    VituitySaint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time
    Helena, CA – Seeking Hospital Medicine Medical Director.Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact. Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national ...Show moreLast updated: 16 days ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Program Director, Psychiatry Residency at FHCSD

    Associate Program Director, Psychiatry Residency at FHCSD

    Family Health Centers of San DiegoEl Cerrito, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Impact Lives, Impact Community.Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care o...Show moreLast updated: 25 days ago
    • Promoted
    Medical Director Physician - Competitive Salary

    Medical Director Physician - Competitive Salary

    DocCafeNovato, CA, United States
    Full-time
    DocCafe has an immediate opening for the following position : Physician - Medical Director in Novato, California.DocCafe is the premier physician and advanced practice job board to help you advance ...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing

    Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing

    First Connect HealthGreenbrae, CA, US
    Full-time
    First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Greenbrae, California.Job Description & Requirements. First Connect Health Job ID #25-279573.Pay...Show moreLast updated: 24 days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Nurse Director, Emergency Services

    Nurse Director, Emergency Services

    KaiserSanta Rosa, CA, US
    Full-time
    In addition to the responsibilities below, this position is also responsible for establishing best practice models; performing strategic planning and designing patient care delivery systems and pra...Show moreLast updated: 2 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Medical Director - Rural Health Services

    Associate Medical Director - Rural Health Services

    Petaluma Health CenterPetaluma, CA, US
    Full-time
    The Petaluma Health Center's mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in Southern Sonoma County & West Marin. We pride ourselves on our Patient-Centered care while main...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
    • Promoted
    Medical Director Ambassador - Hospital Medicine - Traveling - Nationwide

    Medical Director Ambassador - Hospital Medicine - Traveling - Nationwide

    VituityEmeryville, CA, US
    Full-time
    Traveling, Nationwide – Seeking Hospital Medicine Medical Director Ambassador.Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact. Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local co...Show moreLast updated: 27 days ago
    Medical Director, John George Psychiatric Hospital

    Medical Director, John George Psychiatric Hospital

    Alameda Health SystemSan Leandro, California, United States, 94578
    Full-time
    Medical Director, John George Psychiatric Hospital.The Medical Director of John George Psychiatric Hospital is responsible for the coordination and oversight of all medical care provided at the hos...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Emergency Medical Director

    Emergency Medical Director

    Atlas Consultancy GroupBerkeley, CA, US
    Full-time
    This is a rare opportunity to take the reins at a progressive, multi-service facility that provides general practice, urgent care, and 24-hour emergency care under one roof.Housed in a spacious 15,...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
    Director of Health Information Management (Santa Rosa)

    Director of Health Information Management (Santa Rosa)

    Northern California Behavioral Health SystemSanta Rosa, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, SRBHH was opened in 2016 and is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care.Conveniently located...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Nursing ($5,000 Sign on Bonus)

    Director of Nursing ($5,000 Sign on Bonus)

    The Terraces at Los Altos - a HumanGood communitySausalito, CA, United States
    Full-time +1
    Terraces at Los Altos, a distinguished HumanGood life plan community, is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) for its Health Center team. Under limited supervision, the DON plans, directs, organizes,...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2276.28 / Week - Hiring Now

    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2276.28 / Week - Hiring Now

    TRS HealthcareSaint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time
    TRS Healthcare is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Saint Helena, CA. Shift : 5x8 hr nights Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks Pay...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Medical Director of Primary Care

    Medical Director of Primary Care

    Petaluma Health CenterPetaluma, CA, US
    Full-time
    Medical Insurance (Entire deductible paid by us!).Chiropractor and Acupuncture visits per year included with enrollment in our health insurance plans (Kaiser and WHA). Gym Membership Discounts at Ac...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2276.28 / Week

    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2276.28 / Week

    TRS HealthcareSaint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time
    TRS Healthcare is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Saint Helena, CA. Shift : 5x8 hr nights Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks Pay...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Director of Programs (0329U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 78038

    Associate Director of Programs (0329U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 78038

    InsideHigherEdBerkeley, California, United States
    Full-time
    Associate Director of Programs (0329U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 78038.At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thri...Show moreLast updated: 16 days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2319 / Week - Hiring Now

    Travel Nurse - RN - Behavioral Health - $2319 / Week - Hiring Now

    Fusion Medical StaffingSaint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time
    Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Saint Helena, CA. Shift : Inquire Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Director Clinical Operations

    Associate Director Clinical Operations

    Meet Life SciencesSonoma, CA, US
    Full-time
    Title : Associate Director, Clinical Operations.Hybrid Role : 3x / week in South San Francisco, CA.Our start-up biotech client is hiring a new Associate Director, Clinical Operations to lead a high-pro...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago