Medical Director – Intention, Massachusetts region

Essen Medical Associates•Boston, MA

87d•$250 - $300

About The Position

Intention Healthcare, an Essen Health Care company, is a specialized medical group dedicated to providing accessible medical care to vulnerable and underserved patients who require care at home. Intention Healthcare delivers an integrated model that spans in-home primary care, longitudinal care management, remote monitoring, and real-time support for caregivers. Our clinical programs are designed to improve quality, reduce avoidable utilization, and expand access for members who face barriers to traditional care. Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today! Job Summary: Intention Healthcare is seeking an experienced and mission driven Medical Director to oversee and guide the Intention Provider team in delivering home-based primary care across Massachusetts. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high-quality clinical services through direct oversight of provider performance, documentation standards, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and clinical best practices. The Medical Director also serves as the primary clinical resource for the providers, offering mentorship, guidance and support for complex cases while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Medical Director will provide direct clinical care under a reduced patient panel.

Requirements

Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) degree from an accredited United States medical school
Successful completion of residency in internal medicine or family medicine at an accredited healthcare institution
Current Massachusetts license and prescriptive authority
Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Minimum of 5-7 years of clinical experience, preferably in home-based care, primary care, geriatrics, internal medicine or complex disease management
Demonstrated leadership experience
Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and documentation standards

Nice To Haves

Geriatrics training or palliative care experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Provide clinical supervision, mentoring and ongoing support to Intention providers across Massachusetts
Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical questions, diagnostic guidance, and case consultations.
Ensure adherence to evidence based clinical standards, treatment protocols and organizational policies
Conduct periodic ride-alongs, case audits and chart reviews to monitor quality and consistency of clinical care
Oversee provider performance metrics, including productivity, patient outcomes, documentation timeliness and quality, and safety standards
Lead quality improvement initiatives aimed at clinical effectiveness, patient satisfaction and decreasing utilization rates
Develop and implement workflows, best practices and quality benchmarks to optimize operational efficiency
Provide feedback, coaching and performance evaluations for providers including individualized improvement plans when needed.
Ensure closed loop clinical communication occurs with external clients, partners and care team members
Partner with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, PAs, NPs, specialists, behavioral health providers, and care coordinators to support integrated care delivery
Participate in strategic planning for clinical service expansion, program design and innovation in home based care
Support onboarding, training and continuing education for Intention Providers
Conduct comprehensive health assessments during home visits, including physical exams, medication reconciliation, and review of medical histories.
Diagnose medical conditions, develop individualized care plans, and prescribe medications as appropriate.
Educate patients and families on disease management, lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and preventive care.
Maintain detailed and accurate electronic health records (EHR) of patient assessments, treatments, and follow-ups.