Medical Director - Primary Care - Polk County

Job Description

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ABOUT PEOPLEONE HEALTH:

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PeopleOne Health is one of the fastest-growing providers of value-based primary care, consistently earning best-in-class member satisfaction scores. We deliver exceptional healthcare that lowers costs and significantly improves health outcomes by emphasizing preventive care, behavior change, and a proactive approach to wellness through our unique direct primary care model. Our culture thrives on a simple yet powerful motto: care for yourself, care for each other, and care for our members.

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How PeopleOne Health can positively impact your career:

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• Strong work-life balance
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• Environment that promotes job satisfaction
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• Collaboration with innovative healthcare leaders
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• Emphasis on quality over quantity–build and foster meaningful relationships with patients
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• Comprehensive Employee Benefits 
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• Support for continuing Medical Education dues and subscriptions 
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JOB SUMMARY:

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PeopleOne Health is seeking a  Medical Director who is board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics to lead our Polk County locations. We are looking for a dynamic physician who is both passionate about patient care and committed to leading our clinical team with excellence. The ideal candidate is experienced in adult medicine and pediatrics and dedicated to providing full-spectrum primary care—including common in-office procedures such as joint injections, skin biopsies, cryotherapy, laceration repair, incision and drainage, and Pap smears—ensuring comprehensive, accessible care within the outpatient setting.

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This is a dual-role position that combines clinical leadership with direct patient care. The Medical Director will maintain an active panel and be empowered to practice at the top of their licensure while also mentoring and supporting the provider team. This includes fostering clinical excellence, promoting evidence-based best practices, and supporting a high standard of care delivery across the primary care team.

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As a leader, the Medical Director will play a critical role in mentoring and developing providers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, and guiding innovation in care delivery. You will partner closely with clinical and operational leadership to implement care model enhancements, optimize workflows, and help shape a system that improves health outcomes, elevates the patient experience, and reduces unnecessary healthcare costs. This role is well-suited for a physician who is passionate about mentoring others, driving change, and delivering care within a truly patient-centered model.

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PeopleOne Health’s direct-pay model eliminates many of the administrative and insurance-related burdens of traditional practice, giving physicians the time and support needed to focus entirely on patient care. With smaller patient panels, longer appointments, and a strong interdisciplinary team—including an onsite clinical pharmacist, registered dietitian, and care coordinators—you will have the opportunity to practice medicine as it was meant to be: relationship-based, comprehensive, and impactful.

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The ideal candidate is a motivated, mission-driven clinician and leader who takes pride in diagnosing, healing, educating, and advocating for patients—while helping shape the future of primary care. Our members benefit from coordinated care, extended visits, mental health screenings, and access to virtual specialist consultations through our eConsult platform—all delivered from within the PeopleOne Health office and with the support of a trusted physician.

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If you’re ready to lead and practice medicine in a way that puts people first, we invite you to explore this opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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This position provides supervision to others: Yes

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• Participating in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of clinical providers
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• Assigning clinical responsibilities and ensuring appropriate panel management
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• Providing direct oversight, coaching, and performance feedback to providers
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• Conducting regular Personal Management Interviews (PMIs), annual evaluations, and supporting professional development for the provider team
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• Addressing performance concerns and participating in disciplinary processes as needed
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• Supporting clinical training and the implementation of best practices across the care team
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• Collaborating with clinical operations leaders in the region to implement schedule or clinical changes, PTO coverage, on call coverage
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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• Deliver Comprehensive Primary Care – Provide full-spectrum outpatient care to patients of all ages, including preventive services, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment in alignment with evidence-based guidelines.
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• Perform In-Office Procedures – Conduct procedures within the scope of primary care such as joint injections, skin biopsies, cryotherapy, laceration repair, incision and drainage, and women’s health services (e.g., Pap smears).
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• Promote Patient-Centered Health – Educate, support, and counsel patients on health promotion, disease prevention, medication management, and lifestyle modification to empower informed decision-making.
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• Build Long-Term Relationships – Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with patients through consistent communication, personalized care, and extended appointment times.
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• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team – Work closely with clinical pharmacists, registered dietitians, care coordinators, behavioral health partners, and other team members to provide integrated, team-based care.
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• Document and Manage Care in EHR – Accurately and timely document all clinical encounters, care plans, and follow-up actions in the electronic health record (EHR) system in accordance with PeopleOne Health standards.
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• Conduct Chart Reviews – Perform routine chart reviews for physicians and advanced practice providers to ensure clinical quality, accuracy of documentation, compliance with standards of care, and alignment with best practices.
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• Engage in Quality Improvement – Lead and participate in clinical quality initiatives, including adherence to quality metrics, peer reviews, outcome tracking, and continuous improvement efforts that elevate care standards across the organization.
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• Support a Value-Based Care Model – Embrace and champion PeopleOne Health’s direct-pay, relationship-centered model by delivering proactive, personalized care that improves outcomes and reduces overall healthcare costs.
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• Participate in Team Development – Contribute to the development and advancement of the care team by participating in clinical discussions, leading case reviews, facilitating education sessions, and modeling a culture of excellence and collaboration.
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• Contribute to Business Development and Growth – Serve as a clinical ambassador for PeopleOne Health by participating in outreach activities, representing the organization to community stakeholders and partners, supporting strategic initiatives, and advancing efforts to expand practice impact and reputation for high-quality, patient-centered care.
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• In addition to these duties, the medical director will have regular meetings with the physician/APP team in the region, as well as the Chief Medical Officer. 
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• (In the state of Florida, additional responsibilities are pursuant to Florida Statute 400.9935 - Clinic Responsibilities, if applicable.)
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SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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• Experienced in adult medicine and pediatrics.
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• Must be passionate about providing full spectrum primary care and dedicated to providing patients with access to our resources that will help them make better choices related to their health and wellness.
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• A highly motivated self-starter looking for a rewarding role focused on investing time in diagnosing, healing, and educating their patients.
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• Passionate about patient care and committed to leading our clinical team with excellence.
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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS :

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• 5 or more years practicing in Family Medicine
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• Medical Degree required (MD/DO)
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• Board Certified in Family Medicine: or Combined Internal Medicine & Pediatrics 
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• Unrestricted Florida Medical License
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• DEA Certificate
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EXPERIENCE:

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• Previous leadership experience preferred but not required
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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(The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.)

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• While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) and chemical hazards. 
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• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. 
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• The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. 
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• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. 
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• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. 
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• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
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