National Medical Director

Help shape the future of accountable care with TeamHealth! We are seeking an accomplished physician executive to serve as ACO national medical director; a highly visible leadership role focused on driving the growth and expansion of innovative post-acute care Accountable Care Organization initiatives. This unique opportunity combines leadership of a high-performing ACO helping to develop and expand a new ACO platform supporting physician groups, post-acute care organizations, and healthcare partners.

Working closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders, you will serve as a physician strategist and ambassador focused on growth, network development, and accountable care success. This position is primarily strategic and administrative in nature and offers a chance to influence the future of value-based healthcare on a national scale.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute ACO growth strategies

Support the expansion and market development of post-acute care ACO initiatives

Provide physician perspective on accountable care, population health, and value-based reimbursement models

Evaluate healthcare trends, market opportunities, regulatory changes, and partnerships

Support organizational planning and long-term growth objectives

Business Development & Network Growth

Partner with business development leadership to identify and cultivate new ACO participants and strategic relationships

Participate in executive presentations and stakeholder meetings

Serve as the physician representative for prospective physician groups, healthcare organizations, and post-acute operators

Assist with participant onboarding, due diligence, and network expansion efforts

Represent the organization at conferences, industry events, and value-based care forums

Executive Relationship Management

Develop trusted relationships with physician leaders, healthcare executives, and strategic partners

Serve as a physician ambassador for ACO programs and value-based care initiatives

Support initiatives that strengthen participation and alignment

Facilitate collaboration among physician groups, healthcare organizations, and post-acute care clinicians

Value-Based Care Strategy

Provide subject matter expertise in MSSP, accountable care, population health, and risk-based reimbursement models

Collaborate with internal teams to improve outcomes and performance

Interpret healthcare performance data and communicate insights to internal and external stakeholders

Support initiatives focused on improving care coordination, reducing unnecessary utilization, and enhancing beneficiary outcomes

Qualifications Required

MD or DO degree

Active, unrestricted medical license

Board certification in IM, FM, or related specialty

Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience

Minimum of 5 years of physician leadership experience

Experience in value-based care, ACOs, population health, post-acute care, or risk-based reimbursement models

Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills

Exceptional communication and presentation abilities

Preferred

Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) experience

Post-acute care leadership experience

Population health management expertise

Experience supporting healthcare growth or network development

MBA, MHA, MPH, or similar advanced degree

Position Details

Remote U.S.-based position

National scope and responsibility

Approximately 20% travel

Few physician leadership opportunities offer the chance to influence accountable care strategy nationally while helping build a growing ACO platform. This role provides the opportunity to partner directly with senior executive leadership, shape the future of value-based care in the post-acute space, and make a lasting impact across healthcare organizations nationwide. Apply today to learn more.

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