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Sidney, OH · On-site

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director physician in the United States is $186,382.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,500.00 and $249,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director physician?

A Director Physician is a senior medical professional who oversees clinical operations, ensures the quality of patient care, and leads medical staff within a healthcare organization. This role combines clinical expertise with administrative responsibilities, such as developing policies, managing budgets, and coordinating between departments. Director Physicians often serve as liaisons between medical staff and executive leadership to implement healthcare standards and organizational goals. They may also be involved in recruiting, training, and evaluating other physicians.

How does a director physician typically collaborate with both clinical and administrative teams within a healthcare organization?

A Director Physician plays a key role in bridging the gap between clinical staff and administrative leadership. They work closely with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure high standards of patient care, while also collaborating with executives and department heads on policy development, budgeting, and quality improvement initiatives. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential, as the role often involves mediating between clinical priorities and operational constraints. Regular meetings, interdisciplinary committees, and strategic planning sessions are common ways in which they foster collaboration and drive organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director physician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Physician, you need extensive clinical expertise, board certification in your specialty, and often significant leadership experience in healthcare settings. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, regulatory compliance tools, and quality improvement frameworks is essential. Strong communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are vital for ensuring high standards of patient care, operational efficiency, and effective organizational leadership.

What is the difference between Director Physician vs Medical Director?

AspectDirector PhysicianMedical Director
CredentialsMedical degree, medical license, often board-certifiedMedical degree, medical license, often board-certified
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizationsHealthcare organizations, hospitals, administrative settings
Role FocusClinical leadership, patient care oversightAdministrative leadership, policy development
Industry UsageCommonly used in hospitals and clinicsCommonly used in healthcare organizations and hospital administration

Both roles require a medical degree and clinical experience, but a Director Physician typically focuses on clinical leadership and patient care, while a Medical Director emphasizes administrative and policy responsibilities within healthcare organizations.

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Medical Director (Physician)

Jackson, MI • On-site

VitalCore Health Strategies
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about VitalCore Health Strategiesexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Ensure medical record documentation is in SOAP format, problem oriented, and corresponds to the therapeutic order.

  • Provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.

  • Attend medical staff meetings, provide monthly in-service education, and participate in quality care reviews.

VitalCore Health Strategies rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a staff Medical Director (Physician) at Duane Waters Health Center in Jackson, Michigan for Full Time!


MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) BENEFITS PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

  • Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
  • 401K & Plan Matching
  • PTO
  • Annual Incentive Bonus
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) POSITION SUMMARY


The Staff Physician works under supervision of the Site Medical Director with broad latitude for independent judgment and initiative and is an integral part of the medical team at their facility. The Staff Physician is expected to take a leading role in the delivery of health care services to our patients. 


MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) SCHEDULE

  • Week days Monday-Friday
  • Flexible schedule
  • No weekends, holidays, or nights


MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a licensed Physician in state of employment.
  • Current DEA registration.
  • Board certified and qualified by state laws/regulations to practice medicine.

MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Ensures Medical Record documentation is in SOAP format, problem oriented and corresponds to the therapeutic order.
  • Ensures all documentation is timed, legible, and signed.
  • Ensures all verbal or telephone orders are countersigned within seventy-two (72) hours.
  • Adheres to approved formulary for therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary procedure.
  • Documents pertinent observations and logical conclusions to validate need for non-formulary medication on non-formulary request form for Medical Director's approval when non-formulary medication is ordered.
  • Utilizes available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems before utilizing off-site referral.
  • Provides emergency treatment on-site and responds appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
  • Demonstrates proper technique for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and related drug therapy.
  • Supports standards of medical care through adherence to existing policies and procedures.
  • Serves as a resource to other professional or non-professional personnel providing instructions as needed.
  • Attends medical staff meetings as required. Provides monthly in-service education of staff as requested.
  • Participates in monthly review of quality care and chart reviews as requested.
  • Sponsors Physician Assistants as required.
  • Notifies Site Medical Director and/or Site Health Services Administrator of schedule changes.
  • Assists in the arrangement for coverage of medical services if unavailable for extended period of time.
  • Other duties as requested by the Site Medical Director.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. 


Keywords: MD, DO, Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathy, Medical Director, Physician, Doctor, DR, Correctional Facility, Corrections, Full Time, benefits

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