<p>An established post-acute care program in Upstate New York is recruiting a full-time Medical Director Physician to lead clinical operations across skilled nursing facility (SNF) and long-term care settings. This hybrid clinical-leadership role offers a flexible rounding schedule, uncapped productivity earnings on top of a strong base, and meaningful influence over quality initiatives and patient outcomes in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Estimated total earnings of $232,000–$264,000 annually, plus uncapped productivity compensation</li> <li>Monthly medical director stipends in addition to clinical earnings</li> <li>Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>CME allowance and professional development resources</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)</li> <li>Flexible rounding schedule — typically 4 to 5 days per week</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Clinical practice spanning skilled nursing facility (SNF) and long-term care settings</li> <li>Medical director responsibilities encompassing clinical oversight, quality improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Dedicated focus on reducing hospital readmissions and measurably improving patient outcomes</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary care teams providing structured day-to-day support</li> <li>Strong clinical autonomy within a well-organized post-acute care infrastructure</li> <li>Leadership and administrative development built into the role — suitable for a physician seeking to grow or deepen executive-level experience</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility required (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or related primary care specialty typical for post-acute/SNF medical directorship)</li> <li>Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Experience in post-acute, SNF, long-term care, or geriatric medicine strongly preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated or developing leadership skills; prior medical director experience a plus but not required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>This position is based in the western Upstate New York region, an area known for its lower cost of living relative to downstate markets, scenic lakes, parks, and year-round outdoor recreation. The region offers a genuine sense of community alongside convenient access to larger metropolitan areas, making it an attractive destination for physicians who want a high quality of life without the pace or expense of a major urban center.</p>