Medical Director

Job Description Job Description Medical Director - Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care (Part-Time, 1-2 Days per Week) Location: Central Ohio (Columbus metro area) Type: Part-Time, 1-2 days per week Experience: 1+ year About the Opportunity Our client, an established provider group serving skilled nursing and long-term care facilities across Central Ohio, is seeking a part-time Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight. This role works closely with a team of nurse practitioners, nursing leadership, attending physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to residents. It's an ideal fit for a physician looking to add meaningful leadership work to their schedule without a full-time commitment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Oversight * Provide medical direction and oversight for resident care in skilled nursing and long-term care settings * Establish and maintain clinical standards, protocols, and best practices * Support management of complex geriatric and chronic medical conditions * Participate in developing care plans and clinical pathways * Review quality metrics, hospitalization rates, infection control practices, and patient outcomes Nurse Practitioner Collaboration * Partner closely with nurse practitioners in delivering resident care * Provide mentorship, supervision, and clinical guidance to advanced practice providers * Lead regular case reviews and interdisciplinary discussions * Support timely evaluation and management of acute changes in resident condition * Promote team-based, evidence-based care Regulatory & Compliance * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local long-term care regulations * Participate in surveys, audits, and quality assurance activities * Assist with clinical policy development and implementation * Support infection prevention and emergency preparedness efforts Leadership & Quality Improvement * Serve as clinical liaison among administration, nursing staff, providers, residents, and families * Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs * Lead initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and optimize outcomes * Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and compassionate care Administrative * Attend staff and interdisciplinary meetings as needed * Maintain accurate, timely documentation * Assist with credentialing and clinical review processes * Be available for consultation on resident care concerns Qualifications * MD or DO from an accredited institution * Active, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain) * Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or related specialty preferred * Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, post-acute care, or geriatrics preferred * Experience collaborating with nurse practitioners and interdisciplinary teams * Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Preferred * Prior Medical Director experience in nursing home or post-acute settings * Familiarity with CMS regulations and long-term care compliance standards Schedule & Work Environment * 1-2 days per week, combining onsite facility rounding and administrative work * Flexible scheduling based on facility needs * Opportunity to oversee multiple facilities within a regional network Compensation & Benefits * Competitive compensation * CME allowance and paid time off