Clinic Medical Director

Benefits Paid Time Off & Paid Company HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision & Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)403(b) Retirement Plan with Company MatchShort-Term & Long-Term Disability$0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits$0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy PharmaciesTravel Insurance & Pet InsuranceSubsidized Gym MembershipAnd much more! Clinician-Specific Benefits Include: Paid Malpractice Insurance (Occurrence-Based)CME Reimbursement + CME TimeQualified FQHC Loan Repayment and other programs paying up to $180KNational Health Service Corps (NHSC) – Pays up to $50,000 for every 2 years of service at an FQHCTexas Physician Education Loan Repayment Program (PELRP) – Pays up to $180,000Access to dedicated onboarding and provider support for a smooth and successful start Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer! Location: Legacy Gulfton Dashwood - 5420 Dashwood Dr. Houston, TX 77081 Clinic Medical Director - Job Overview Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM) As Clinic Medical Director, you will be the clinical lead for your site, bringing together compassionate patient care, provider mentorship, and thoughtful clinical leadership. You will help guide primary care services across Pediatrics, Adult Family Practice & Specialty, and OBGYN while partnering closely with operational and nursing leadership. This role gives you the opportunity to continue caring for patients while helping your team grow and succeed. Through collaboration, data-informed decisions, and a commitment to quality, you will strengthen clinical workflows, improve access, and support coordinated care for individuals and families in the community. Clinical care may include family planning and related preventative health services in compliance with federal funding requirements. Your work will make a meaningful difference by connecting strong clinical practice with the everyday needs of the community healthcare system. What You’ll Bring To The Clinic Lead and support providers across all primary care service lines at your clinicPartner with operational and nursing leaders to improve clinical practice and patient accessHelp shape provider development, performance, professionalism, and engagementUse data and collaboration to strengthen workflows, standards of care, and clinic growthContinue practicing as a provider while contributing to site-level clinical successMake a meaningful difference through mission-focused care for individuals and families in the community Why This Role Matters Your leadership will connect clinical excellence with day-to-day operations. By mentoring providers, addressing urgent needs, supporting improvement initiatives, and identifying opportunities to expand services, you will help create a stronger experience for patients and care teams alike. Build collaborative relationships with providers, site leadership, medical directors, and support teamsContribute to a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvementSupport the effective use of clinical technology and electronic health record systemsBalance administrative leadership with ongoing patient care and professional fulfillment Key Responsibilities Serve as the clinical lead at the clinic and direct supervisor of providers at the clinic in primary care (Pediatrics, Adult Family Practice & Specialty, and OBGYN)Manage in collaboration with the Site DirectorManage schedule optimization and schedule coverageMonitor provider behavior and professionalismLead clinical workflow implementation and optimizationAddress urgent issues in the clinicDirectly communicate with the service line medical director regarding provider behavior concernsEducate providers in the clinic on new initiatives and projects, and monitor and support providers on implementationPromote and monitor specific productivity metrics and standards of care for each providerMonitor empanelment metrics, such as panel size and provider loyalty, as assigned, for providers at the siteIn collaboration with the medical directors, assist with recruitment and interviews of providers for the siteReview data on wait times for new patients, no-show rates, and other measures to make decisions on how the service line can grow, expand, and determine where expansion is appropriateServe as the link between the EHRS/IT team at the local level to ensure that discipline-related content is up to date and relevant and that providers’ use of the system is optimizedPartner and strategize with the Site Director on implementing improvement strategies in discipline-specific processes such as scheduling and clinic workflowsManage CME time and reimbursement requestsManage the PTO and holiday schedule in coordination with the Site DirectorManage complaints and incident reports as they relate to clinical operationsStand as the Lab Director for the siteServe as the assigned training MD for Standing Delegated OrdersAs a provider, participate in the Provider Incentive Program, with a modification to include metrics of success of the clinic siteProvide administrative time based on the size of the clinic, with administrative time changing accordinglyInterview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention, including FQHC-required voluntary family planning services and related preventative health services in compliance with funding requirements and state and federal laws, rules, and regulationsPerform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Graduate from an accredited medical school as M.D., D.OPrimary Care Specialty (Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Adult Medicine, Family Practice)Credentialed and privileged according to Legacy’s standards and practicesProvider shall obtain, maintain and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers’ compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy Required Years Of Experience Physician with at least 3 years of clinical practice, post residencyBoard certified in their specialtyLeadership/management experience Desirable Education And/or Experience Experience in supporting clinical programs across departments and initiating and developing programsExperience in FQHC environment Required Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Experience in interacting and collaborating with other physiciansAble to establish relationships with different groups of internal/external stakeholders to obtain input and buy inStrong problem-solver and business acumenHighly organized and proficient in short-term and long-term strategyExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills and communication skillsEvidence of continued growth and learning Desirable Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Practice ManagementCoaching About Legacy Community Health The largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has delivered affordable, high-quality care for nearly 40 years across 50+ clinics in Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast. Our mission — driving healthy change in our communities — guides everything we do, and it starts with our people. Approachable & Collaborative — Leads with humility, values diverse perspectives, and builds trust through teamwork. Driven & Committed — Takes initiative and goes the extra mile to improve patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement. Thoughtful Communicators — Pairs clinical/technical skill with emotional intelligence, navigating complex situations with empathy and professionalism.