Medical Director - DO or MD

About the role

Frontier is expanding its direct primary care clinics across Texas and is seeking a Medical Director (MD/DO) to lead clinical teams, shape practice operations, and deliver compassionate, high‑touch care to members.

Responsibilities

• Lead with compassion by guiding and supporting clinical teams in delivering comprehensive, unrushed care to Frontier members.
• Mentor and support advanced practice providers and the nurse manager through clinical oversight, coaching, and ongoing training.
• Collaborate with care by managing a split patient panel alongside a Lead PCP, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
• Build great teams by hiring and retaining providers who share a commitment to integrity, empathy, and patient‑first care.
• Shape the practice by working closely with the Chief Medical Officer and leadership team to fine‑tune workflows and build a sustainable care model.
• Oversee operations, including clinic budget, inventory, and staff coordination.
• Foster a connected culture by leading weekly team meetings that encourage open dialogue, innovation, and shared problem‑solving.
• Maintain high standards by ensuring care complies with state and federal regulations, safety standards, and internal excellence criteria.
• Drive improvement by providing quarterly feedback to the team and supporting initiatives that strengthen quality of care and team experience.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in Texas.
• Board certification in Family Medicine.
• 3–5 years of experience in a family practice or primary care setting.
• Active DEA registration.
• Demonstrated leadership experience—whether mentoring a small team or managing a clinic.
• Working knowledge of healthcare compliance, patient safety, and regulatory requirements.
• A genuine passion for relationship‑based care and a desire to lead by example.

Preferred Attributes

• Find joy in mentoring and helping others grow.
• Believe that healthcare can be both high‑touch and high‑quality.
• Are energized by the opportunity to build and refine clinical operations.
• Prefer thoughtful care over hurried checklists.
• See leadership as an act of service to patients, providers, and staff alike.
• Are excited by the entrepreneurial spirit of a growing organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Frontier Membership for you and your immediate family.
• Voluntary insurance options: short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life insurance, and other supplemental coverages.
• 401(k) plan with free access to financial‑wellness platforms, financial advisors, and personal finance tools.
• Generous paid time off (average 20 days per year) plus up to 5 unplanned days off and 9 additional company holidays.
• Parental leave policies.
• $1,500 per year toward professional development.

Locations

• Richardson, TX 75080
• Mesquite, TX 75150
• Duncanville, TX 75137
• Arlington, TX 76011