Executive Medical Director (East Region)

Munson Healthcare•Gaylord, MI

About The Position

Imagine doing meaningful work in a place where people vacation. That’s life at Munson Healthcare - northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system, with eight award-winning community hospitals serving over half a million residents across 29 counties. If you want a career in healthcare and a lifestyle most people only dream about – with freshwater lakes, scenic trails, charming downtowns, a vibrant arts scene, and endless outdoor adventures - you might just be Munson Material. To us, that means teammates who live by our values of excellence, teamness, positivity, creativity, and a commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our patients and each other. Join a team that delivers outstanding care in one of the most beautiful regions in the country.

Requirements

Medical Doctor (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
Board certification in area of clinical expertise or has equivalent qualifications in compliance with medical staff credentialing process.
Active medical license in the State of Michigan (or eligible for licensure)
Minimum of five years of clinical practice (preferred)
At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience
Proven ability to lead clinical teams across multiple practices
Strong interpersonal, strategic, and communication skills.
Demonstrated success in quality improvement, physician engagement, and healthcare operations.

Nice To Haves

Education in business, management, quality and safety science (preferred)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates advanced expertise in ambulatory practice operations and leads the adoption of evidence-based, multidisciplinary care models aligned with the latest clinical standards.
Drives physician network quality, cost management, and performance initiatives; ensures efficient, ethical use of clinical resources and adherence to evidence-based protocols.
Ensures compliance with regulatory, legal, and accreditation standards while advancing safe care practices, care coordination, and continuity across the network.
Oversees documentation integrity, revenue capture, budgeting, and financial performance; contributes to physician compensation models, contracting decisions, and risk mitigation strategies.
Partners across clinical and administrative dyads to execute strategic plans, support growth, and lead quality, patient experience, and operational excellence initiatives.
Leads, mentors, and evaluates medical directors and clinicians; supports recruitment, development, performance improvement, and fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.