Medical Director, Street Medicine and Complex Care

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If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Medical Director of Street Medicine leads, develops, implements, and evaluates AltaMed’s care model for patients with complex social and clinical needs. The Director works closely with Executive Physician Leadership and Executive Governance Leadership, and the AltaMed Institute for Health Equity to improve care and achieve key health outcomes. The Director represents AltaMed at various organizations and task forces to lead healthcare system reform that will improve primary care in underserved communities. The Director practices primary care medicine a minimum of 10% of the time, caring for patients with complex social and clinical needs, including people experiencing homelessness. The Director serves as a physician mentor for peer physicians, nurses, and other staff. The Director dedicates the remaining 90% of their time to develop, implement, and evaluate the AltaMed care model for patients with complex social and clinical needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Active unrestricted California license to practice medicine by the Medical Board of California

• Leadership and/or management experience at a community health center or clinic serving primarily underserved patients.

• Experience in care model development focused on underserved populations.

• Experience with managed care, administration of programs, and staff supervision preferred.

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing quality improvement programs preferred.

• Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience.

• Education, training, and experience are necessary to meet the underwritten requirements for inclusion under AltaMed’s malpractice insurance coverage.

• Bilingual: English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese preferred, depending on location.

• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance or an alternate reliable method of transportation required.

Compensation

$292,331.52 - $365,414.40 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.