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California Senior Medical Director
California City, CA, US · On-site · Full-time · Medicine
$450K – $500K
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About the role
Nursing
California Senior Medical Director
- Locations: Overseeing the San Bernardino, Crenshaw (Los Angeles), and Sacramento centers.
- Compensation: $450,000 - $500,000 negotiable
- Annual Bonus: Eligible for annual bonus of up to 12% of your base salary
- PLUS Sign on BONUS/ Relocation assistance
- Schedule: Monday – FridayBenefits:
- Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision 100% covered – NO COST to you or your dependents! 
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match 
- Insurance Coverage: Medical professional liability, long-term disability, life insurance, and worker’s compensation 
- Professional Expenses: State license fees, DEA registration, and one professional membership dues 
- Continuing Medical Education (CME): $2,500 annual allowance plus 5 CME days 
- Paid Time Off: Vacation Time: 22 days (120 hours), Sick Time: 5 days (40 hours), Nationally observed holidays: 11 nationally observed holidays About Client: 
National leader and largest providers in the United States. Empowering older adults to live independently while receiving high-quality, all-inclusive healthcare and support. By joining their team, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference in seniors’ lives, offering innovative solutions and compassionate care every day.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education
- Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy degree requiredLicensure, Certification, Registration or Designation
- Current active Medical License for the state in which practicing, DEA number
- Not on Preclusion list
- Board Certification in a primary care field
- A minimum of one year working with the frail or elderly.
- Ten (10 years) clinical experience
- Ten (10 years) management or supervisory experienceEssential Functions:
Functional Category: Administrative 60%
- Reports to the Regional and Chief Medical Officers; accountable for utilization metrics (inpatient, ED, specialist, nursing home, pharmacy) and performance against budget and organizational KPIs.
- Sets the standard for high-quality geriatric care across California centers.
- Leads quality initiatives and ensures delivery on Quality Composite Scores in collaboration with the Quality Department.
- Ensures clinical compliance and achievement of center-level goals (participant satisfaction, contribution margin, etc.).
- Drives regional and national strategic initiatives aligned with mission.
- Coordinates regular meetings with Center Medical Directors to align on workflows and goals.
- Builds strong cross-functional relationships with center leadership for smooth operations.
- Supports various projects impacting primary care as directed by medical leadership.Functional Category:  Supervision 35% 
- Oversees recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of primary care staff in partnership with the Regional Medical Officer and HR.
- Provides clear direction and motivation through effective leadership and example.
- Ensures compliance with organizational policies and employment laws.
- Manages performance, conducts timely evaluations, and addresses disciplinary or corrective actions as needed.
- Fosters a positive, team-oriented culture focused on morale and collaboration.
- Leads regular team and 1:1 meetings to support development, communication, and alignment with organizational goals.Functional Category: Primary Care - variable, averaging 5%
- Provides back-up medical care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up for PACE participants.
- Documents all care in compliance with PACE policies; provides input on EMR improvements and enhancements.
- Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning to support holistic participant care.
- Oversees or supports 24/7 physician coverage, including after-hours call scheduling.
- Contributes to quality improvement initiatives and helps develop new medical programs aligned with strategic goals.Travel 
- Travel required, with on-site expectation at minimum monthly at each center. 
- Overnight travel out of state  
- Travel to participant and potential participant homes and/or other off site locations 
For immediate consideration please call/Text: 714-568-7634