Healthcare United is seeking a mission-driven Associate Medical Director (AMD) to lead a team-based, value-driven care model that serves medically complex and socially vulnerable populations. This role blends direct patient care, clinical leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve health outcomes and reduce unnecessary utilization. Join a passionate team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Position Highlights

As an Associate Medical Director, you will:

• Provide Comprehensive Primary Care to a panel of members while leading an interdisciplinary care team.
  
• Supervise and Mentor Providers, offering clinical guidance to physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
  
• Guide Population Health Strategies, mentoring care teams during population health huddles to achieve quality and utilization goals.
  
• Serve as a Clinical Leader, working alongside the Medical Director to provide support and decision-making for clinical staff.
  
• Represent Healthcare United to community-based organizations, hospital systems, and payer partners as an advocate for high-quality care.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Direct Patient Management

• Deliver comprehensive primary care to a panel of members in a team-based care model.
  
• Manage acute exacerbations of chronic conditions onsite or determine when a higher level of care is needed.
  
• Provide same-day/next-day urgent care for members post-hospital discharge or at risk of readmission.
  
• Develop and implement evidence-based care plans in collaboration with patients and their families.
  
• Maintain proactive patient tracking to prevent emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
  

Leadership & Mentorship

• Supervise, coach, and mentor physicians, APPs, and clinical staff to improve clinical outcomes.
  
• Lead population health huddles to track progress toward quality and utilization metrics.
  
• Develop clinical protocols and pathways to enhance provider skills and ensure top-of-license practice.
  
• Foster partnerships with academic programs and community-based organizations to expand service delivery.
  
  

Operational & Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the Medical Director and leadership team to drive market performance toward quality, utilization, and engagement goals.
  
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and implement innovative treatment strategies.
  
• Use electronic health records (EHR) and technology to maximize care efficiency.
  
• Support healthcare initiatives aimed at improving access, reducing costs, and enhancing patient outcomes.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Operates in clinical and professional office settings with exposure to patient care environments.
  
• Wears protective attire (gloves, masks, lab coats, scrubs) as needed.
  
• Frequent travel to other care centers or corporate offices as required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly and exchange accurate patient information.
  
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while using office and clinical equipment.
  
• Frequent use of computers, keyboards, fax machines, and telephones.
  

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of employment.
  
• 5+ years of clinical and administrative experience leading interdisciplinary teams.
  
• Experience working in clinic, community-based, and inpatient settings.
  
• Proven mentorship and coaching experience for physicians and APPs.
  
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
  
• Passion for population health, healthcare utilization management, and care model innovation.
  

Benefits