Executive Medical Director

Company: Stefanini, Inc
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 15, 2025

Job Description:

Preferred Podiatry Group has a job for youJob DetailsClinicalExecutive Medical Director Chicago, IL Posted: 2/10/2025Job ID#: 1671Job Category: ClinicalExecutive Medical Director Preferred Podiatry Group (PPG) is a nationally recognized leader in podiatric healthcare services, specializing in long-term care and nursing home facilities. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dynamic and growth-oriented professional to join our team as Executive Medical Director. This leadership role is ideal for a strategic thinker and motivated problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment. At PPG, we take pride in our team of dedicated, detail-oriented professionals with a proactive, results-driven mindset. As a key member of the leadership team, the Executive Medical Director plays a pivotal role in cultivating an environment where the industry's top podiatric care providers can excel.What You Will Do

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of Regional Medical Directors, ensuring effective territory management and maintaining high standards for our 125+ Podiatrists and Nurse Practitioners while cultivating a positive, patient-centered culture.
• Clinical & Operational Excellence: Oversee provider escalations using the "3 Steps of Fix" methodology to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Drive clinical excellence through ongoing audits, provider education, and mentorship while ensuring adherence to compliance standards.
• Accountability & Performance Management: Enforce policies outlined in the employee handbook, including clinical best practices, client relations, and expense reimbursement.
• Provider Recruitment & Training: Partner with the recruiting team to lead interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new providers, ensuring seamless integration into our team.
• Strategic & Financial Alignment: Collaborate with the broader leadership team to exceed clinical, financial, and operational targets aligned with the annual budget.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Monitor key clinical metrics, leveraging leading indicators to drive proactive interventions and continuous improvement.
• Innovation & Strategic Initiatives: Act as a clinical subject matter expert, identifying and leading cross-departmental initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Ancillary Program Oversight: Manage and optimize performance for specialized clinical programs, including MIPS Reporting and Diabetic Shoes.
• Sales & Business Development Support: Partner with the Sales & Marketing team to contribute to Corporate Chain Sales and Account Management programs.
• Clinical Engagement: Maintain a hybrid schedule that includes direct patient care in a small local territory and travel to other regions for coverage as needed.What it takes to join the Family
  • Licensed Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM): Must hold an active, unrestricted DPM license in good standing.
  • Residency & Clinical Leadership Experience: Previous experience in a clinical leadership role, with a strong background in podiatric care.
  • Long-Term Care Expertise: Experience providing podiatric services in long-term care or nursing home settings.
  • Business & Strategic Acumen: Minimum of 10+ years managing teams of clinicians, with the ability to drive operational excellence and growth.
  • Process & Project Management Skills: Strong ability to lead complex initiatives, implement best practices, and oversee clinical operations.
  • Geographic Eligibility: Must reside in a state where PPG provides services.
  • Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel regularly, including visits to the Chicago office every 1-2 months for new provider orientation and executive meetings.
  • Public Representation & Thought Leadership: Comfortable being the "face" of the provider practice at industry events, conferences, and key stakeholder meetings.
  • Entrepreneurial & Growth Mindset: Passion for innovation, with the ability to develop and expand initiatives such as diabetic shoes, fall prevention programs, and other revenue-generating services.
  • This role requires a highly motivated, forward-thinking leader dedicated to advancing podiatric care in long-term care settings.Why Preferred Podiatry Group?
    • Performance-Based Rewards: We recognize and reward your contributions! Enjoy a competitive base salary with a performance-driven bonus program that directly reflects your impact and achievements. Your initiative fuels your earning potential.
    • Flexible Work Environment: Achieve a better work-life balance with our hybrid remote work schedule. While you'll have opportunities for in-person collaboration, we support a flexible approach that allows you to thrive both professionally and personally.
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package: We invest in your well-being with a robust benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered.
    • A 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching to help secure your financial future.
    • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can rest, recharge, and pursue what matters most outside of work.
    • Employer-paid life and disability insurance, along with other voluntary benefits to give you peace of mind.
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