Medical Director, Quality and Value-Based Performance

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director, Quality and Value-Based Performance

Location: Newport News, Virginia

Position Overview

Our organization is in search of a physician leader to take on the role of Medical Director for Quality and Value-Based Performance. This prominent position is dedicated to enhancing value-based care within a rapidly expanding, integrated healthcare system. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to influence strategic direction, impact outcomes, and collaborate closely with both clinical and executive teams to enhance performance in Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) and commercial value-based contracts.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives focused on value-based performance across MSSP and commercial payer agreements.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and operational leaders to promote improvements in quality and utilization.
• Examine performance metrics and create actionable strategies to enhance outcomes and reduce care costs.
• Oversee the creation and execution of population health dashboards and provider scorecards.
• Standardize clinical workflows and implement evidence-based protocols to boost efficiency and care quality.
• Act as Medical Director for Accountable Care Organization (ACO) initiatives and engage in ACO governance and operations.
• Work alongside payer partners to lead performance evaluations, address gaps, and initiate improvement cycles.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Influence at the enterprise level within a respected, physician-led organization.
• Direct impact on clinical quality, financial outcomes, and patient care.
• Close collaboration with executive leadership and payer partners.
• Opportunity to shape and expand a mature and evolving value-based care strategy.

Qualifications

• MD or DO, Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Pediatrics.
• Eligible for or currently possess a Virginia medical license.
• Over 10 years of experience, with significant involvement in value-based care models.
• Proven experience with MSSP, ACOs, or other risk-sharing arrangements.
• Strong knowledge of Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) risk adjustment, population health management, and utilization performance.
• Familiarity with payer performance metrics, cost structures, and medical loss ratios.
• Experience with data analysis, dashboards, and performance reporting tools (Epic preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and change management abilities.

About Our Organization

We are part of a mission-driven, physician-led health system dedicated to enhancing care delivery in the region. With a solid foundation in quality and an increasing emphasis on value-based care, our organization provides an environment where physician leaders can create a significant and lasting impact.

Living in Southeastern Coastal Virginia

The Newport News-York County-Williamsburg area offers a unique blend of coastal living, cultural richness, and recreational opportunities. Newport News is known for its affordability and diversity, along with waterfront living, though safety and amenities may vary by neighborhood. York County, located along the Chesapeake Bay, boasts excellent public schools, recognized as some of the best in Virginia. For those seeking private education, Hampton Roads Academy (HRA) is available in Newport News.

Williamsburg provides a quieter, family-friendly atmosphere with strong educational institutions and a vibrant cultural scene, albeit at a higher cost of living. Both regions are characterized by Southern hospitality, access to nature, and proximity to larger cities like Virginia Beach, Richmond, or Washington, D.C., for occasional getaways.

Compensation

Salary Range: $233,000 - $302,000

Actual compensation will be determined based on specialty, experience, and performance.

We encourage interested candidates to apply by submitting their CV directly.