Executive Medical Director (East Region)

Munson Healthcare•Gaylord, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Executive Medical Director for the East Region at Munson Healthcare, a large healthcare system in northern Michigan. The position involves leading clinical quality, performance improvement, regulatory compliance, administrative and financial oversight, strategic planning, and physician leadership. The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating exceptional experiences for patients and colleagues, and will contribute to a culture of excellence, teamness, positivity, and creativity. Munson Healthcare offers a unique lifestyle with access to natural beauty and recreational activities, alongside a supportive work environment focused on professional growth and well-being.

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)
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
Minimum of five years of clinical practice

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.