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Elevance Health

Associate Medical Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, ...

Elevance Health

Associate Medical Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, ...

Elevance Health

Associate Medical Director

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, ...

Omnicom Health

Associate Medical Director

New York, NY · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Associate Medical Director Omnicom Health Medical Communications (OHMC) is seeking an Associate Director to join our Medical & Scientific Services team and contribute to the development, execution ...

Elevance Health

Associate Medical Director

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$188K - $294K/yr

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Carelon Medical Benefits Management Radiology Benefit Management/Utilization Review Virtual : This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, ...

United Health Centers

Associate Medical Director

Fresno, CA · On-site

$290K - $410K/yr

Apply today by sending your CV to Provider Recruitment at providerjobs@unitedhealthcenters.org Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the Associate Medical ...

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How much do associate medical director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate medical director in the United States is $164,797.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Medical Director vs Medical Director?

AspectAssociate Medical DirectorMedical Director
CredentialsMedical degree, medical license, often with board certificationMedical degree, medical license, often with board certification
Work EnvironmentSupports medical leadership, involved in clinical oversight, less administrative responsibilityLeads medical teams, oversees clinical operations, responsible for strategic decisions
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companiesHospitals, healthcare organizations, health systems
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles supporting or assisting Medical DirectorsSenior leadership role in medical management

The Associate Medical Director typically supports the Medical Director in clinical oversight and operations, with less administrative responsibility. The Medical Director holds a senior leadership position, responsible for strategic decision-making and overall medical governance within healthcare organizations.

How does an Associate Medical Director typically collaborate with cross-functional teams in a healthcare organization?

As an Associate Medical Director, you will regularly work with multidisciplinary teams that may include clinicians, researchers, regulatory specialists, and marketing professionals. Collaboration often involves contributing medical expertise to product development, ensuring clinical accuracy in communications, and supporting compliance with industry regulations. You'll frequently participate in meetings, review project materials, and provide input on clinical protocols, making strong communication and teamwork skills essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Medical Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Medical Director, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), board certification, and substantial clinical experience in your specialty. Familiarity with healthcare regulations, electronic health records (EHRs), and quality improvement systems is typically required, along with experience in leadership or administrative roles. Strong communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills distinguish top performers in this position. These competencies ensure effective oversight of clinical operations, compliance, and optimal patient outcomes in healthcare organizations.

What is an Associate Medical Director?

An Associate Medical Director is a medical professional who assists the Medical Director in overseeing clinical operations, ensuring quality standards, and implementing healthcare policies within an organization. They often serve as a liaison between clinical staff and administration, provide guidance on medical protocols, and may be involved in staff training and performance evaluations. Associate Medical Directors help coordinate care, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to the strategic planning of medical services. This role typically requires a medical degree and relevant leadership experience.

What Does an Associate Medical Director Do?

As an associate medical director, you develop, implement, and oversee the clinical services, policies, and procedures within a health care organization. This often involves supervising staff, researching new treatments, and coordinating with staff at all levels of the company. Associate medical directors often have training in both business management and one or more fields of medicine—this helps to provide the unique base of knowledge required for this role. Associate medical directors usually meet the management qualifications after getting medical training. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of an associate medical director requires leadership skills, presentation skills, and familiarity with all aspects of providing medical care.

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Associate Medical Director, Gastroenterology

Associate Medical Director, Gastroenterology

Maine Medical Center

Rockport, ME • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Maine Medical Center rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

483rd of 1,004 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
MaineHealth Gastroenterology in beautiful coastal Maine is currently seeking a Gastroenterologist to join its regional team as an Associate Medical Director. The Associate Medical Director will work at both Waldo and Pen Bay Hospitals partnering with the practice administrator(s) to lead the administrative and clinical operations of the Gastroenterology practice to ensure quality of care, patient safety, patient, provider and employee satisfaction and efficient use of resources. The Associate Medical Director is responsible for addressing the needs of the clinicians and care team members in the primary and secondary practice locations while aligning individual efforts with the mission, vision, values, strategic goals, and organizational aims of MaineHealth.
The position will be split between clinical and administrative time. Clinical services of this position include outpatient clinic, endoscopy and inpatient consultative services.
This position offers:
• Competitive compensation package including recruitment bonus and relocation assistance
• Benefits include retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.
Qualifications
• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
    • Active and unrestricted State of ME medical license, or ability to obtain prior to employment.

    • Board Certification/Eligibility
    • Active and unrestricted DEA license, or ability to obtain prior to employment.
    • Experience performing general endoscopic procedures, EUS/ERCP skills are a plus but not required
    • Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical practice preferred (changed from 5-7 years)

    Essential Functions:
    • Operations: Provides oversight of clinical operations of the Gastroenterology practice(s) and associated outreach locations by working collaboratively with administrative leadership and care team leaders. Areas of focus include: budget planning, patient visits and call schedules, clinical protocols, interface with EPIC workflows
    • Supervision: Direct oversight and management of physicians and advanced practice professionals. Areas of focus include: patient experience; professionalism; compliance with documentation and coding/billing; productivity; mentoring/onboarding; peer review; annual performance reviews; access
    • Quality/Safety: Responsible for the promotion of quality projects and implementation of safety programs to mitigate risk
    • Planning/Outreach: Works with MHMG to grow and expand clinical services where strategically important and/or clinically necessary. Responsible for active recruiting or developing recruiting plans in all sites
    • Education: Promotes and supports education of care team members, learners, and new physicians and APPs in the practice
    • Leadership Development: Actively develops Associate Medical Directors to their potential for effective leadership

    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Clinical Gastroenterology services, including outpatient clinic, endoscopy and inpatient consultative services
    • Works closely with the administrative leader and physicians to ensure the day-to-day function and performance of the practice
    • Works with the administrative leader and team leaders on provider scheduling, and coordinates office based schedules of the entire center with call schedules, hospital coverage and after hours coverage.
    • Accountable for the quality and safety, productivity and operational efficiency in the Gastroenterology practice
    • Facilitates and supports innovation to find faster, more cost effective, less complicated ways of solving problems.
    • With input from the team leaders, develops and reviews annual performance evaluations with all providers and APPs in the practice and satellite practices
    • Advocates for the needs of clinicians and care team members and holds the organization accountable to the commitments the organization has made to the clinicians and care team members
    • Advocates to clinicians and staff the needs of the organization and holds individuals accountable to the commitments individuals have made to the organization
    • Participates in the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures and ensures that clinical work is in compliance with laws and regulations
    • Works with the program director to coordinate site resident/medical school teaching as well as professional development activities for the physicians and APPs in the practice
    • Works with the administrative leader and MHMG Patient Safety and Risk Management to address patient complaints
    • Communicates, implements and monitors the quality program and activities across the site by working with the team at each site
    • Performs peer review
    • Other duties in mutual agreement with your medical leader

    Other Skills
    • Communication : Is both an effective listener and presenter of ideas. Is as interested in the ideas of others as they are in their own
    • Decision Making : Able to make decisions within the scope of the position and can anticipate ramifications. Is clear with those impacted by the decision how it is going to be made. Makes decisions based on appropriate data, in a timely fashion and communicates effectively with those impacted by the decision. Able to ask for assistance
    • Conflict management : Is skilled at surfacing and defining the issues in a conflict situation and adept at resolving conflicts while tending to the needs of those involved whenever possible
    • Openness : Is appropriately transparent with others and shares information and reactions in ways that s/he wants to grow these skills in others. Also demonstrates and openness to ideas that differ from their own and encourages their expression
    • Professionalism : Models professional behavior in both clinical practice and administrative responsibilities. Demonstrates caring, respectful and compassionate attitude towards all people, and takes responsibility for personal growth.

    Rockport & Belfast Maine are scenic coastal communities in the heart of a four-season recreation area. Surrounded by both lakes and the ocean, our coastal towns are a haven for boating, swimming, fishing, ATV trail riding, and sailing. The nearby mountains provide hiking and mountain biking with vista views of Penobscot Bay and our neighboring Island communities. Family ski resort, the Camden Hills Snow Bowl, is less than 10 minutes away from Pen Bay Hospital. Excellent public and private schools combined with a vibrant arts and entertainment community are perfect for year-round exploring. Delicious culinary restaurants, wineries, and breweries are also perfect for a foodie looking to make Mid-Coast Maine an exceptional place to call home.
    To learn more about our system please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
    Interested candidates should complete our brief application to begin the process.

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