Medical Director - Adult Primary Care - UVA Physicians Group

The Medical Director provides clinical oversight and physician and advanced practice provider leadership for outpatient ambulatory clinics. This position combines direct patient care with administrative and operational responsibilities related to clinical quality, regulatory compliance, provider engagement, and performance outcomes. The role collaborates with UPG and UVAH leadership to align clinical practice with organizational goals and standards. Reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions of the Job:  The Medical Director provides clinical oversight and leadership for physicians and advanced practice providers. The role ensures consistent standards of care, regulatory compliance, and alignment with UPG and UVA Health clinical protocols and quality expectations.

The position supports provider performance and engagement through clinical guidance, mentorship, and participation in onboarding and professional development. The Medical Director partners with operational and administrative leaders to support clinical workflows, access, quality improvement, and population health initiatives within an ambulatory care environment.

The role serves as a clinical liaison to UPG and UVA Health leadership, contributing clinical input to performance monitoring, operational decisions, and strategic initiatives to improve patient outcomes and provider experience.

Clinical Provide clinical leadership and direction to ensure consistent standards of care.

Clinical responsibilities and patient panel composition will align with the incumbent’s clinical discipline, credentialing, and scope of practice.

Support and mentor providers and assist with onboarding and clinical education.

Serve as a resource for clinical protocols, documentation standards, and clinical workflows.

Maintain a panel of patients and fulfill clinical duties as scheduled.

Function as an EMR resource and superuser.

Administrative and Operational Participate in planning and implementation of operational initiatives.

Ensure adherence to organizational policies, clinic regulations, and medical staff bylaws.

Participate in provider recruitment, selection, and retention efforts.

Assist with addressing provider performance concerns and supporting resolution processes.

Collaborate with UPG and UVA Health leaders on strategic priorities, service line development, and program advancement.

Quality and Population Health Accountable for monitoring key clinical quality, safety, and performance metrics and driving improvement actions as needed.

Lead efforts related to clinical outcomes, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

Review clinical performance data and facilitate corrective action where needed.

Implement evidence-based practices and performance benchmarks.

Support value-based care, population health initiatives, and community wellness priorities.

Provider Engagement and Coordination Facilitate effective communication between clinical teams and administrative leadership.

Promote collaboration across providers and allied health professionals.

Represent clinical perspectives in decision-making and operational planning.

Non-Essential Functions of the Job:

Participate in committees, task forces, or special projects as needed.

Support community outreach, education, or academic activities when applicable.

Contribute to pilot initiatives, quality improvement projects, or innovation efforts.

Engage in professional development activities beyond required licensure.

Perform other related duties as assigned to support organizational needs.

COMPENSATIONYears 1–2:
Guaranteed annual compensation of $309,375 structured accordingly: $281,875 base salary + $27,500 guaranteed incentive

Providers may earn additional compensation…