FAMILY MEDICINE MEDICAL DIRECTOR / CMO
Natchitoches, Louisiana Position Highlights
- Leadership Opportunity: Lead clinical operations for a growing FQHC serving rural and underserved populations.
- Balanced Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40-hour work week with dedicated administrative time.
- Clinical & Administrative Mix: Approximately 4 days of patient care and 1 day of leadership responsibilities.
- Team-Based Environment: Collaborate with 7 Family Nurse Practitioners, behavioral health providers, dental staff, and executive leadership.
- Flexible Call: Shared phone-only call rotation; no hospital call.
- Mission-Driven Practice: Make a meaningful impact while shaping the future of healthcare delivery in Central Louisiana.
- Growth Potential: Ideal for experienced physician leaders or physicians seeking their first leadership role.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $275,000 guaranteed.
- Bonus Opportunities:
- Productivity incentives
- Patient encounter bonuses
- Value-based care and quality incentives
- Shared savings opportunities
- Sign-On Bonus: $25,000.
- Relocation Assistance: $3,000 with flexibility for enhanced support.
- Student Loan Assistance: Potential NHSC loan repayment eligibility.
- CME: 5 CME days plus $4,000 annual allowance.
- Paid Time Off: 17 PTO days plus 10+ holidays (enhancements under review).
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package including professional dues and subscriptions support.
Qualifications
- Degree: MD or DO
- Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine preferred; Pediatrics considered.
- Licensure: Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure with a clean professional record.
- Skills:
- Physician leadership and provider oversight
- Clinical operations management
- Team development and mentoring
- Quality improvement initiatives
- FQHC/HRSA knowledge preferred
- Experience: Leadership or administrative experience preferred but not required.
- Visa Sponsorship: Available on a case-by-case basis.
About the Community
- Community Type: Historic small-town community in Central Louisiana.
- Lifestyle: Affordable cost of living with a strong sense of community.
- Recreation: Fishing, boating, hunting, Cane River activities, festivals, and outdoor recreation.
- Education: Home to Northwestern State University and the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts.
- Location: Convenient access to Alexandria and Shreveport.
- Community Appeal: Rich history, cultural events, charming downtown district, and family-friendly atmosphere.
- Quality of Life: Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with the amenities needed for both personal and professional success.
Job Reference #: FP 26786
