Physician Medical Director - Competitive Salary

Job Description

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Pediatric Associate Medical Director to provide both clinical and administrative leadership within a community-based pediatric practice serving underserved patient populations in the Sacramento area.

Position Details:
Leadership opportunity combining direct patient care with medical management responsibilities
Oversight of pediatric clinical operations, quality initiatives, and provider performance
Collaborate closely with executive and clinical leadership teams
Responsibilities include:
Clinician mentoring, evaluation, and performance improvement
Peer review oversight
Development and implementation of pediatric policies, procedures, and workflows
EHR template and workflow optimization
Oversight of referral utilization and specialty care access
Participation in strategic planning and quality improvement initiatives
Compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Foster a collaborative and accountable clinical culture
Serve a diverse and underserved pediatric patient population

Schedule:
Full-time
Monday–Friday
Daytime clinic hours

Clinical Responsibilities:
Comprehensive pediatric care from infancy through adolescence
Preventive care and wellness visits
Acute illness management
Chronic disease management
Developmental and behavioral assessments
Diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning
Specialty referrals and care coordination
Patient and family education
Timely review of laboratory, imaging, and consultation results
Medical record completion and billing documentation

Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of recent outpatient primary care experience
Previous leadership or management experience required
One of the following:
MD or DO with completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency
Current Board Certification in Pediatrics
Active and unrestricted California license
Ability to obtain Medicare, Medi-Cal, and commercial payer credentialing
BLS certification required
PALS certification preferred

Clinical Environment:
Community health clinic setting
Focus on underserved and vulnerable patient populations
Collaborative multidisciplinary care team
Strong emphasis on quality improvement and patient-centered care
Established administrative and clinical support structure

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Paid vacation and holidays
CME reimbursement and paid CME time
Malpractice and tail coverage provided
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Additional voluntary benefit options

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and aligning providers with practice environments that support quality patient care.

For more information, please contact Kayla Garza at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or call/text View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.