Medical Director & Chief, Division of Geriatric Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Relocation support is available for qualified candidates!

Suzi Osher Endowed Chair of Geriatrics, Maine Medical Center

The Medical Director and Division Chief of Geriatric Medicine will act as a key strategic and operational leader, collaborating with practice administrators to uphold high standards in clinical care, patient safety, provider and staff satisfaction, and resource management. This position aligns clinical and administrative initiatives with the mission, vision, and strategic objectives of our organization, while nurturing a culture of professionalism, innovation, and ongoing improvement across both inpatient and outpatient environments in the Southern Region and throughout the health system. Additionally, this role offers some flexibility based on the candidate's interests, including options in primary care within nursing homes and assisted living, inpatient/outpatient geriatrics assessments or consultations, innovations in clinical care models, and educational opportunities.

• Direct clinical operations across various practices and outreach locations in collaboration with division leadership (including the Program Director for the Geriatrics Fellowship, Managing APP, and Section leads for Inpatient Geriatrics, Research/Quality, Nursing Home & Ambulatory Senior Care Consults).
• Work together on budget development, patient visit processes, call schedules, and EPIC system integration.
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and documentation standards, including professional practice evaluations for all providers.

• Oversee physicians and advanced practice professionals directly.
• Encourage career advancement for providers.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, peer reviews, and annual performance evaluations.
• Foster professionalism, enhance patient experience, and boost productivity.

• Lead initiatives aimed at quality improvement and safety programs.
• Address patient concerns in partnership with Risk Management.

• Collaborate with the medical group to broaden service offerings and develop recruitment strategies.
• Advocate for clinician needs and organizational commitments.

• Facilitate educational opportunities for care teams, learners, and new providers.
• Guide Associate Medical Directors in becoming effective leaders.

• Organize Geriatric Medicine grand rounds and contribute to the Department of Medicine grand rounds.
• Collaborate with leaders in graduate and undergraduate medical education.
• Promote the division's contributions to clinical care, education, and research.
• Assist division members in pursuing academic appointments with Tufts School of Medicine.
• Co-lead the Geriatrics Specialty Council.
• Mentor and support research initiatives in collaboration with the organization's research leadership.

• Provide specialized expertise to enhance care models.
• Assist in formulating clinical policies and strategies for performance improvement.
• Align goals with the Balanced Scorecard and Adult Medicine Service Line objectives.

• Engage in Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE) and Focused Professional Practice Evaluations (FPPE).
• Support faculty development and involvement in professional societies.
• Participate in relevant meetings and workgroups.
• Oversee clinical programs, including inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care services.
• Provide insights on capital budgeting and strategic planning.

• Outstanding communication and listening abilities.
• Decisive leadership with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Proficient in conflict resolution and team facilitation.
• Transparent, open-minded, and grounded in professionalism.
• Dedicated to personal development and exemplifying compassionate care.

• MD/DO degree is mandatory.
• Must hold the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
• At least 7-10 years of clinical practice experience.
• A minimum of 5 years in a medical leadership role.

Reports To: Chair of Medicine & Senior Medical Director for Primary Care in the Southern Region

Collaborates With: Chair of Family Medicine, Chief Medical Officer, Administrative Director for Geriatrics, Primary Care, Adult Medicine Service Line, Healthy Aging, Palliative Care, Geriatric Psychiatry, and Post-Acute Care Leadership.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your current needs while allowing for future flexibility, including:

• Competitive health and dental insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• A robust retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• And much more!

A career with us means joining a team of compassionate professionals who are dedicated to their colleagues and the communities they serve. We cultivate a culture of collaboration, continuous growth, and genuine care—both within our organization and beyond. Here, your skills will be appreciated, your contributions will have an impact, and your career will flourish.

We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status is prohibited by federal and state laws.