A post-acute care Medical Director opportunity is available in Cortland, NY — a mid-sized upstate New York community situated between Syracuse and Binghamton. This in-person, facility-based leadership role combines direct patient care with clinical oversight responsibilities in a post-acute/long-term care setting, offering a physician the chance to shape care quality and team culture while maintaining a manageable, structured schedule without traditional hospital call demands.
Perks and Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options
- Flex time off — flexible PTO structure
- Professional liability insurance coverage provided
- Access to a robust CME/CE library with more than 300 offerings through a dedicated learning platform
Practice Highlights
- Medical Director role within a post-acute care facility in Cortland, NY
- Combines clinical patient care with facility-level medical leadership and oversight
- In-person, facility-based position with a defined, predictable on-site schedule
- Post-acute and long-term care specialty focus — skilled nursing and/or rehabilitation patient population
- Leadership responsibilities include quality oversight, care coordination, and collaboration with interdisciplinary facility staff
- Supported by a national post-acute care clinical organization with established protocols, resources, and peer network
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree with board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or a related primary care specialty
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Experience in post-acute, long-term care, or geriatric medicine preferred
- Interest in or prior experience with clinical leadership, quality improvement, or medical directorship responsibilities
- Must be able to commute to or relocate to the Cortland, NY area — in-person presence required
About the Community
Cortland sits in the geographic center of New York State, roughly 35 miles south of Syracuse and 50 miles north of Binghamton, offering easy access to two mid-sized metro areas while maintaining a lower cost of living and a genuine small-city character. The region is home to SUNY Cortland, a vibrant local arts and dining scene, and proximity to the Finger Lakes wine country, Adirondack recreation, and several ski areas — making it an appealing base for physicians who want four-season outdoor access without the pace or expense of a major urban market.