Overview:
Looking to lead and make a difference in the vibrant communities of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties? LifeLong Medical Care is seeking a Regional Director of Specialty Services who will provide clinical oversight and leadership for one or more of our health centers.
The Medical Director (Specialty Services) provides leadership and clinical oversight for a designated specialty service area provided by providers at LifeLong Medical Care. Clinical oversight includes service planning, objective setting, system development, staffing, quality assurance activity, budget, and personnel issues in direct collaboration with the Vice President(s) of Clinical Operations and Center Director(s). LifeLong uses team-based care to provide the most efficient and effective care to our patients. This position functions as a critical member of the care team, ensuring team communication, quality care, and patient satisfaction. Responsible for providing high quality primary care, building collaborative teams, and working with underserved populations. Primary Care Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with management experience and a passion for developing and participating in a team model of care for a complex population.
We seek a Primary Care Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant with administrative experience, a passion for developing and participating in a team model of care for underserved populations, and a commitment to providing high-quality primary care. With a focus on building collaborative teams, this role requires a strong commitment to patient-centered care and improving the health and well-being of our patients.
As the Regional Medical Director for our multiple Prenatal Health Centers you will be joining a community that is diverse, dynamic, and rich in culture and history. This is an opportunity to lead and make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our patients while immersing yourself in the unique culture of Alameda & Contra Costa Counties.
If you are a highly motivated individual who desires to serve the community and lead a team in providing exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this position.

ABOUT US:

As a Federally Qualified Health Center in Northern California with over 45 years of dedicated service to the community, LifeLong serves over 66,000 patients in the East Bay Area’s socio-economically underserved regions. We provide medical, dental, behavioral health, and school-based services at more than 15 primary care sites across Oakland, Berkeley, and West Contra Costa County. From opening a residential respite program for homeless persons discharged from hospitals to offering free COVID testing to the community, we are innovative and responsive to our times’ social and medical needs. We provide an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and with which our patients can identify. To this end, we seek candidates who reflect the diversity of the East Bay communities we serve.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Individual must be a board eligible or board-certified physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant possessing a current CA Medical Licensure and BLS certification.
• Demonstrated ability and sensitivity to providing health services to vulnerable persons in outpatient primary care.
• Familiarity with electronic health records, Epic preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Prior management experience preferred.

• Hold a leadership role with a focus on clinical mentorship and oversight, with or without formal direct reports.
• Supervise, recruit, hire, train, and evaluate all physicians and advanced practice providers (NPs, PAs, CNMs) on site/service line.
• Actively participate in provider recruitment, retention, onboarding, and mentorship.
• Provide direct patient care in a diverse, fast-paced health center, which may include working with students, residents and/or fellows.
• Collaborate with medical leadership and participate in team building and clinical training activities.
• Serve as authorizing clinician for licenses, contracts, grants, and agreements requiring clinician approval.
• Provide consultation and clinical oversight for unusual or complex medical cases.
• Deliver medical practice and clinical guideline updates to provider staff.
• Conduct regular chart reviews, peer observations, and performance evaluations to ensure clinicians meet clinical, cultural, and organizational standards.
• Provide input on coaching, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and corrective actions.
• Respond to clinically related grievances and complaints.
• Review and monitor Epic dashboard metrics, including quality measures, open charts, and panel management.
• Ensure compliance with clinical, quality, and safety protocols through continuous monitoring of workflows and evidence-based standards of care.
• Engage in quality and safety initiatives, including risk reviews, near-miss prevention, sentinel event reviews, and incident report response.
• Participate in cross-functional training and meetings with providers, registered nurses, and medical assistants.
• Support achievement of safety, quality, and productivity benchmarks