Primary Care Physician Medical Director
About The Position
Primary Care Pod Medical Director, 4-Day Work Week (3 Clinical + 1 Admin Day) Lead with Purpose. Grow with Carbon Health At Carbon Health , we are a physician-founded and led organization on a mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to everyone. What sets us apart is our innovative, provider-first culture, built around CarbyOS , our custom EHR with AI-powered tools like hands-free charting, designed to reduce administrative burden and let clinicians focus on what matters most: patient care. We’re looking for a Primary Care Pod Medical Director who thrives on challenges, inspires teams, and brings an owner’s mindset to both patient care and clinic operations. If you’re ready to combine leadership with direct clinical practice in a role designed for balance and growth, this is your opportunity. Why This Role Stands Out 4-Day Work Week – Protect your work-life balance 3 Days of Patient Care + 1 Full Admin Day – Dedicated leadership time built into your schedule Impactful Leadership – Oversee and mentor physicians, PAs, and NPs while shaping clinic strategy Innovation at Your Fingertips – Work with AI-powered tools that streamline documentation and operations
Requirements
- MD/DO with active state license; board certified or board eligible (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in FM/IM, or similar setting
- At least 1 year of leadership experience in a healthcare setting
- Skilled in consulting and treating all patients 18+ and comfortable with basic women’s health exams including PAPs
- Familiar with financial statements, P&L management, and HR processes
- Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to build trust at every level of the organization
- BLS and/or ACLS certification is required and must be obtained before your first day with Carbon Health
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in clinic (approx. 30 hours/week) with a dedicated full 10 hour day for administrative tasks as assigned by National Primary Care Medical Director and to complete pod-specific leadership tasks
- Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team of physicians, PAs, and NPs
- Communicate and operationalize Carbon Health’s mission, vision, and values
- Drive quality improvement projects and innovation initiatives
- Lead regular team meetings, resolve conflicts, and motivate staff to achieve high performance
- Partner with Clinic Manager to uphold the highest standards of care, safety, and patient experience
- Demonstrate working knowledge of financial statements, clinic billing procedures, and payer guidelines
- Stay current on diagnostic and procedure coding, ensuring accuracy for reimbursement and training staff as needed
- Adjust clinic operations and resource allocations in alignment with financial changes and goals
- Serve as an inspirational leader who empowers the team through feedback, recognition, and accountability
- Interview, onboard, and mentor clinicians to ensure success and retention
- Perform regular chart audits and one-to-one clinician evaluations
- Oversee payroll targets and manage clinician schedules across sites
- Respond to patient and staff concerns with transparency and professionalism
- Drive patient experience outcomes, ensuring KPI goals are consistently met or exceeded
- Represent Carbon Health in community events and marketing activities that promote clinic growth and engagement
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – 4-day schedule with built-in admin time
- Leadership Growth – Shape the future of primary care delivery while mentoring and managing your team
- Cutting-Edge Tech – CarbyOS and AI-powered tools designed by clinicians for clinicians
- Supportive Environment – Collaborate with clinic managers, central support, and a nationwide network of colleagues
- Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive compensation package, PTO, health coverage, parental leave, 401(k) match, and quality incentive bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
