Primary Care Physician

Company: ChenMed
Location: Lakeland
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We embrace individuality. You should, too. Every day, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and team members alike. Are you driven by innovation and entrepreneurial spirit? Is your ambition and work ethic exceptional? Do you uplift others with your positivity and compassion? We stand apart from typical primary care providers. As we experience rapid growth, we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team. ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Our organization, led by physicians and driven by a mission, is recognized as one of the most successful full-risk Medicare Advantage providers in the country. We aspire to be the leading primary care provider in America, dedicated to transforming the care of our most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to honor seniors by providing affordable VIP care that enhances their health. To realize our vision and fulfill our mission, we seek exceptional primary care providers and clinical leaders who are eager to find purpose and personal growth within our family. ROLE SUMMARY This pivotal position serves as a transitional step towards becoming a center clinical P&L leader (e.g., Senior Medical Director [SMD]) within our organization. The current Center Medical Director (CMD) will utilize their previous leadership experience to accelerate their understanding and implementation of our clinical model. The CMD may concurrently engage in PCP Black Belt Training and Mastering the Medical Director Essentials as part of an expedited training pathway. We are a value-driven, outcomes-oriented organization. This role will involve oversight of various metrics and competencies that are regularly evaluated to support our clinicians in achieving success and attaining Partnership status. These metrics include panel size, patient outcomes (hospital admissions and sick days), CG CAHPS and net promoter scores (patient experience), HEDIS and clinical gap closures, as well as measures of medical cost effectiveness. Each primary care provider (PCP) will have specific goals related to these metrics and will collaborate with center and market leadership, along with their care teams, to meet these targets. Fostering a positive culture within our medical centers is also crucial, and CMDs are expected to guide PCPs in championing a culture of love, accountability, and passion. The CMD will be responsible for guiding the center’s providers towards: Accountability for outcomes : The CMD will take responsibility for outcomes, ensuring high-quality clinical care and cost-effectiveness for each patient in their panel of at least 300 risk-adjusted patients (75% partial panel). They will recognize their ability to significantly impact patient outcomes by fostering trusting relationships and encouraging behavior changes. Health coaching : Rather than merely consulting on illness, the CMD will act as a health coach, assisting patients in setting both short- and long-term health goals, collaborating with them to achieve these goals, and regularly following up to support their health improvement journey. Simplifying actions : The CMD will prioritize and simplify tasks to make behavior changes more actionable for patients and to guide their care teams towards performance goals. Leadership : The CMD will lead weekly Super Huddle (SH) and Transforming Care Meeting (TCM) sessions, while also supporting the Center Manager/Center General Manager. The CMD will gradually take on responsibilities of the SMD, including direct supervision, performance management, and training of PCPs in their assigned center, while maximizing overall clinical value and engaging physicians to enhance clinical quality, efficiency, outcomes, cost-effectiveness, and patient satisfaction. This will involve monthly leadership rounding, initially conducted alongside the market clinical leader. Over time, the CMD will increasingly manage daily clinical and business operations to enhance the center's financial performance in collaboration with the Center Manager/Center General Manager. The CMD must demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. They will closely collaborate with center and market leadership to ensure adherence to guidelines and participate in risk and quality management programs, clinical meetings, and other necessary gatherings that promote patient health and organizational objectives. Training for the CMD will encompass: PCP Black Belt Training and PCP Essentials Medical Director and Center Operations Leadership Pathways Program Medical Economics and Center Financial Performance Sales and Growth The CMD will comply with departmental goals, performance standards, regulatory requirements, quality patient care standards, and organizational policies and procedures. KEY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Independently provide care and oversee outcomes for patients with acute and chronic conditions, particularly in older adults. Assume full responsibility for patient care and outcomes, seeking specialist consultations as necessary while remaining actively involved in the patient's detailed care. Engage with hospitalists whenever one of their patients is hospitalized, regardless of the hospitalist's affiliation. Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, care coordination, and documentation for patients with acute and complex chronic health needs. Lead a care team that includes a care promoter (medical assistant), care facilitator, and care coordinator for patients who can visit the office. For patients unable to attend the office—whether in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care, or home-bound—the CMD will collaborate with the transitional care team and other resources, including case managers and telehealth options. Facilitate weekly Super Huddle (SH) and Transforming Care Meeting (TCM) sessions, while also supporting the Center Manager/Center General Manager. The CMD will partner with the Center Manager/Center General Manager to co-lead center stand-ups and ensure exceptional patient care across their teams. Participate in biweekly meetings with national directors and attend annual or biannual clinical leadership conferences. Actively engage in the management of their center and provide coverage for other providers as needed. Participate in recruiting patients for the center and additional providers for the organization. Foster a positive culture that encourages teamwork, drives excellent results and relationships, and promotes a ‘best place to work’ environment, as measured by employee engagement scores. Upon demonstrating consistent primary care performance trending towards that of a PCP Partner, and maintaining progress in medical director training, the CMD will gradually take on the responsibilities of a Senior Medical Director, which may include: Managing, mentoring, and coaching PCPs in their assigned center to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes, including observing other PCPs’ daily huddles. Conducting leadership rounding with PCPs (with reduced involvement from the market clinical leader). Collaborating with the Center Manager/Center General Manager to enhance the center's financial performance and increase membership. Performing additional duties as assigned and modified at the discretion of management. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a related specialty is required. Must possess or be able to obtain a State Medical License for the state(s) where they will practice. Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a related specialty is preferred; Board Eligibility is required. Once board certified, the PCP must maintain certification through necessary MOC, CME, and/or retaking board exams as required. A current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross is required within the first 90 days of employment. SALARY RANGE: $214,700 - $306,714 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS We are dedicated to transforming healthcare for seniors and improving the healthcare landscape in America. As a family-owned and physician-led organization, our distinctive approach enables us to enhance the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We are rapidly expanding as we strive to provide better healthcare to more seniors. We are making a significant impact on the lives of those we serve and those we employ. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career development and advancement, and much more, our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance and avenues for growth. Join our team and make a difference in people's lives every day.

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