Medical Director

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Main Campus - Wasilla, AK 99654Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $230,000.00 - $260,000.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareLead. Innovate. Transform Community Health.
 

Mat-Su Health Services (MSHS), a mission-driven, federally qualified health center (FQHC), is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical excellence, provider engagement, and value-based care transformation in one of Alaska’s fastest-growing communities.
This is a unique opportunity for a physician leader who is passionate about whole-person care, team-based medicine, and advancing population health outcomes while maintaining meaningful clinical practice.

About the Role

The Medical Director serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering directly with the CEO to shape clinical strategy and drive high-quality, patient-centered care across the organization.
This role blends leadership and clinical practice (approximately 60% administrative / 40% clinical) and plays a critical role in advancing innovative care models, including participation in value-based care and the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP).

What You’ll Do


Provide clinical leadership and oversight for physicians, PAs, APRNs, and clinical teams
Lead quality improvement and performance initiatives (UDS, MSSP, population health metrics)
Drive evidence-based care standards and clinical protocols
Oversee provider recruitment, credentialing, performance management, and engagement
Collaborate with executive leadership on strategy, budgeting, and operational planning
Support and expand team-based, integrated care delivery models
Represent MSHS in community partnerships and public health initiatives
Maintain a clinical practice providing outpatient primary care


What We’re Looking For


MD or DO from an accredited program
Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency (Family Medicine preferred)
Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
Eligible for or licensed in the State of Alaska
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience
Demonstrated leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role


You’ll thrive in this role if you are passionate about rural and community health, excel at building teams and driving consensus, bring a data-driven, quality-focused mindset, and are energized by innovation and system improvement.

Why Join Mat-Su Health Services?


Mission-Driven Impact – Serve a diverse and growing population with real community need
Leadership Opportunity – Shape the future of integrated care in Alaska
Innovative Care Models – Engage in value-based care, population health, and system redesign
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy Alaska’s natural beauty and strong community connections
Supportive Culture – Collaborative leadership team and engaged clinical staff


Work Environment & Benefits

Modern outpatient clinical setting
Collaborative, interdisciplinary team
Competitive compensation package (DOE)
Comprehensive benefits (health, retirement, CME, etc.)

About Us

Mat-Su Health Services is a community health center committed to delivering accessible, high-quality, and cost-effective care. We serve patients across the Mat-Su Valley through integrated primary care, behavioral health, dental, and community-based services.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to lead meaningful change in healthcare while maintaining clinical practice, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply on Indeed or submit your CV directly to krapoza@MSHSAK.org 

 

Employment Practices:

MSHS is an Equal Opportunity institution and does not discriminate against any person in employment or in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs and benefits on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ability to speak English, disability, sex, age, or marital status.
QualificationsPosition Requirements

 

Education and Experience


Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school with MD, DO or equivalent degree. Successful completion of ACGME accredited Family Practice Residency.
Minimum of 2 years in clinical practice.
Board Certification in Family Practice or Internal Medicine.
Licensed or license eligible by the State of Alaska.
Must maintain an unrestricted license to practice in Alaska.


 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities


Proven ability in clinical practice.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with patients, medical staff, clinical support and administrative staff.
Ability to build consensus and work in a team setting.
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, professional demeanor, attitude, and motivation essential.
Commitment to delivery of high-quality, cost-effective health care.
Ability to follow projects through to completion in a timely manner.
Understanding of group Financial and Management operations.
Ability to work as a member of a management te