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TEEMA Group

Medical Director

Harlingen, TX · On-site

$155 - $178/hr

Locum Medical Director (Full-Time) Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Assignment Length: 3 months with the option to extend Start Date: Immediate Position Summary We are seeking an ...

Native Project

Locum Medical Provider

Spokane, WA · On-site

$120 - $165/hr

Position Summary The Locum Medical Provider is responsible for providing direct outpatient primary care services within their licensed scope of practice. This position works closely with the Medical ...

Native Project

Locum Medical Provider

Spokane, WA · On-site

$120 - $165/hr

Position Summary The Locum Medical Provider is responsible for providing direct outpatient primary care services within their licensed scope of practice. This position works closely with the Medical ...

Native Project

Locum Medical Provider

Spokane, WA · On-site

$120 - $165/hr

Position Summary The Locum Medical Provider is responsible for providing direct outpatient primary care services within their licensed scope of practice. This position works closely with the Medical ...

CompHealth

GI Medical Director

Gardnerville, NV

$680K - $800K/yr

Locum tenens support is already in place Responsibilities * Establish and lead a new ... Build a brand-new GI program as medical director Compensation * $680K+ base salary plus RVU ...

TEEMA Solutions Group

Medical Director

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$192.86 - $199.75/hr

Medical Director - Surgery, Orthopedics & PM&RRole Summary Are you an accomplished physician leader ... locum tenens work. Step into a highly collaborative, tech-forward infrastructure where your ...

TEEMA Group

Medical Director

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

Medical Director - Surgery, Orthopedics & PM&RRole Summary Are you an accomplished physician leader ... locum tenens work. Step into a highly collaborative, tech-forward infrastructure where your ...

Provider Healthcare

Medical Director

Guerneville, CA

$200K - $220K/yr

... the Medical Director for a community health center. This will be a mixed clinical and ... locum tenens opportunities in all settings of medical practice such as hospitals, outpatient ...

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How much do locum medical director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum medical director in the United States is $232,369.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $198,000.00 and $284,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectLocum Medical DirectorMedical Director
CredentialsMedical degree, medical license, leadership experienceMedical degree, medical license, leadership experience
Work EnvironmentTemporary, short-term assignments at various facilitiesFull-time, ongoing leadership at a specific facility or organization
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations hiring temporary leadershipHospitals, healthcare systems, clinics with permanent leadership roles
Search & Comparison IntentTemporary leadership, short-term medical oversightPermanent medical leadership, strategic planning

The main difference between a Locum Medical Director and a Medical Director is that the former works on a temporary, short-term basis across various facilities, providing medical leadership as needed. In contrast, a Medical Director holds a permanent, full-time leadership role within a specific organization. Both roles require medical credentials and leadership experience, but their employment arrangements and duration differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Locum Medical Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $232,369 per year, or $111.7 per hour.

Locum Tenens Medical Director (MD/DO)

KWZ Solutions

Harlingen, TX • On-site

$150 - $175/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Summary

Locum Medical Director (MD/DO)

Location
Harlingen, Texas

Work Type
Onsite | Full-Time | Locum Tenens

Compensation
$175.00 per hour

Pay Type
1099 / Independent Contractor

Contract Duration
3 Months with the possibility of extension

Start Date
Immediate

Contract Benefits

  • Competitive compensation of $175 per hour

  • Travel reimbursement provided

  • Housing accommodations provided

  • Professional malpractice insurance included

  • Credentialing support provided

  • Opportunity for contract extension

  • Monday through Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Locum Medical Director to provide executive clinical leadership for a residential healthcare facility serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Harlingen, Texas.

This full-time leadership position combines strategic medical oversight with direct patient care responsibilities. The Medical Director will guide the delivery of comprehensive medical services while ensuring exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a physician leader who enjoys influencing organizational outcomes while caring for medically and behaviorally complex patient populations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all medical services throughout the facility.

  • Ensure high-quality healthcare delivery for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • Diagnose, treat, and manage patients with complex medical, psychiatric, and behavioral health needs.

  • Direct specialized medical treatments and clinical procedures.

  • Supervise physicians, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Physician Assistants, psychiatrists, pharmacists, dentists, and contracted healthcare professionals.

  • Serve as the primary care physician for an assigned patient panel.

  • Provide consultation on complex clinical cases.

  • Lead interdisciplinary treatment planning and care conferences.

  • Coordinate medical care related to employee occupational injuries.

  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, Department of Justice requirements, and organizational policies.

  • Participate in leadership committees, quality improvement initiatives, and strategic planning meetings.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve patient outcomes.

  • Develop physician on-call schedules and participate in shared call coverage.

  • Support emergency preparedness, disaster response, and Continuity of Operations (COOP) activities when needed.

  • Exercise independent clinical judgment while working with minimal administrative supervision.

Required Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

  • Active, unrestricted Texas medical license

  • Current DEA registration

  • National Provider Identifier (NPI)

  • Eligible to enroll as a Medicare Part B and Medicaid provider

  • Previous physician leadership or Medical Director experience

  • Experience leading multidisciplinary healthcare teams

  • Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills

  • Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across multiple disciplines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience caring for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

  • Experience treating medically complex patient populations

  • Background in behavioral health, residential care, long-term care, or state-operated healthcare facilities

  • Previous experience with quality improvement and regulatory compliance initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This assignment offers more than a traditional locum position. You'll have the opportunity to provide meaningful clinical leadership while helping shape healthcare delivery for a vulnerable patient population. If you enjoy mentoring providers, collaborating across disciplines, and driving quality patient care, this role offers both professional challenge and personal fulfillment.

Inclusive Workplace

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where every team member is valued. Qualified physicians of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.