Medical Director, Attending Physician

Clinical (Attending Physician) Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical management to SNF residents, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing follow-up.

• Round regularly in assigned facilities, maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EMR.

• Collaborate closely with the Trio in-house Nurse Practitioner, offering guidance, oversight, and joint care planning to ensure continuity and adherence to best practices.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care plan conferences, and family communications as needed.

• Support facility quality and utilization objectives by focusing on proactive, preventive, and patient-centered care.

• Ensure compliance with Medicare, facility policies, and Trio Health Clinicians' clinical standards.

Administrative (Medical Director) Responsibilities

• Serve as the facility's primary medical liaison, supporting leadership and staff in achieving optimal quality and regulatory outcomes.

• Lead and participate in Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and policy reviews.

• Provide clinical guidance to staff regarding infection control, medication management, and chronic disease management protocols.

• Review and address trends in readmissions, infection rates, and clinical performance; develop and support corrective action plans.

• Assist with survey readiness, compliance monitoring, and staff education.

• Support onboarding and orientation of new clinical providers working in the facility.

• Foster collaboration and communication between all disciplines to enhance resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Qualifications

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

• Active Illinois medical license and DEA registration.

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred.

• Minimum of three years of experience in post-acute or long-term care settings.

• Prior experience as a Medical Director or in facility leadership strongly preferred.

• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Compensation & Structure

• Variable Compensation (VC): 70% of patient visits based on expected collections.

• Medical Director Stipend: Additional fixed monthly amount per facility overseen (amount TBD based on scope and census).

• No paid time off or paid holidays.

• This structure reflects the dual focus on direct patient care and administrative oversight while maintaining alignment with Trio's value-based care model.