Associate Medical Director

Axis Community Health•Livermore, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Axis Community Health is a nonprofit established in 1972 that provides comprehensive healthcare services to more than 15,000 people across all age groups in the Tri-Valley area. Its mission is to provide quality, affordable, accessible, and compassionate care, including primary healthcare, mental health support, and dental services, with equitable access for all community members. The Associate Medical Director (AMD) provides clinical and administrative leadership, supporting the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in overseeing healthcare services, provider performance, and operational efficiency. The role combines direct clinical practice with responsibility for improving care and services, particularly for older adults and people with low incomes, and for advancing Medicare and Medi-Cal care strategies. The AMD serves as clinical lead at the Second Street and Railroad clinics, supervising clinical providers and supporting quality, service, and medical-outcome improvements. The position is normally performed in a clinic office environment, with some work potentially performed at telecommuting sites. Occasional travel to other Axis health centers and other locations is required. The role includes regular use of computers, telephones, copiers, and other office equipment.

Requirements

M.D., D.O., or advanced nursing degree from a recognized academic institution.
Board certification in a primary care specialty field of practice.
At least two years of managerial experience in a hospital or clinic setting.
Current valid California physician or nurse practitioner license.
Knowledge of HEDIS, NCQA standards, Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Utilization Management guidelines.
Knowledge of modern medicine principles and practices and quality assurance as applied to medical services.
Understanding of CalAIM and its opportunities to transform care for Medi-Cal seniors and people with disabilities, particularly the D-SNP population.
Ability to work effectively in a team, listen respectfully, and demonstrate flexibility in problem solving.
Ability to keep accurate, clear, and legible records.
Strong analytical, employee-relations, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to interact effectively and supportively with people of all backgrounds.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently and collaboratively while exercising sound independent judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor and represent the organization positively.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships and adjust priorities as circumstances dictate.
Regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to organize and pay close attention to detail, with a can-do attitude.
Ability to type at least 35 words per minute with minimal errors.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Axis departmental systems.
Ability to use office equipment, including copier and fax.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
Leadership experience and ability to lead programs and manage professional-level employees.
Experience working with Medicare Advantage and Accountable Care Organization (ACO) managers to develop care-efficiency and quality-improvement strategies.
Previous experience with Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Advise the CMO on care transformation and strategies to improve care for the aging population and expand Medicare services.
Work with other Axis clinical leaders to support adoption of Medicare Advantage and ACO wellness and care-management strategies.
Engage with identified poorly performing clinicians to establish an agreed approach to performance improvement.
Work with the CMO, medical leaders at contracted payor organizations, and the quality and analytics team to use claims and clinical data to identify performance-improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with clinical leaders to support the Age Well Clinic and improve services and quality of life for older adults with low incomes.
Develop strategies to coordinate care for dually eligible Californians through Medicare and Medi-Cal plans.
Serve as clinical lead at the Second Street and Railroad clinics, overseeing quality of care and continual improvement of services and medical outcomes, and ensuring care meets Axis quality standards.
Monitor resource utilization in support of improved population health, patient experience, cost of care, provider well-being, and health equity.
Provide direct clinical medical services in the board-certified specialty in accordance with applicable medical and professional standards.
Oversee clinic scheduling activities at the designated site.
Ensure clinical staff follow clinic protocols, including patient-flow and procedural matters at the designated site.
Assist with provider cross-coverage and after-hours backup-call scheduling as needed.
Deliver services in accordance with accepted medical standards, organizational policies, contractual requirements, and patient needs.
Supervise clinical providers, collaborate with advanced practice providers as needed, and assist the CMO with staff and patient conflict resolution.
Work with the CMO, other Associate Medical Directors, and the Medical Director of Population Health to identify practice-improvement opportunities and improve resource utilization.
Stay informed about evolving medical practices and work with the CMO to develop and implement practices and protocols in adult medicine, pediatrics, and reproductive health services across locations.
Participate in Community Health Center Network meetings and internal and external meetings and activities as requested.
Attend staff meetings, other meetings, and training events as assigned.
Perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible direct-hire providers working 0.75–1.0 FTE (30–40 hours per week); agency-hired employees receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for the employee.
Option to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Care-Based Incentive Plan.
12 paid holidays.
Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
Employee discount programs.
Relocation bonus.
License and DEA renewal fee reimbursement.
Partial educational reimbursement.
Continuing Medical Education (CME) reimbursement program.
Medical malpractice coverage.
Colleague Referral Bonus Program.
National Health Service Corps Student Loan Repayment Program participation; HPSA score is 17.
Potential eligibility for up to $50,000 in loan repayment in exchange for a two-year service commitment.