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Medical Director – Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care (Part-Time, 1–2 Days per Week)
Location: Central Ohio (Columbus metro area)
Type: Part-Time, 1–2 days per week
Experience: 1+ year
About the Opportunity
Our client, an established provider group serving skilled nursing and long-term care facilities across Central Ohio, is seeking a part-time Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight. This role works closely with a team of nurse practitioners, nursing leadership, attending physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to residents. It’s an ideal fit for a physician looking to add meaningful leadership work to their schedule without a full-time commitment.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Oversight
- Provide medical direction and oversight for resident care in skilled nursing and long-term care settings
- Establish and maintain clinical standards, protocols, and best practices
- Support management of complex geriatric and chronic medical conditions
- Participate in developing care plans and clinical pathways
- Review quality metrics, hospitalization rates, infection control practices, and patient outcomes
Nurse Practitioner Collaboration
- Partner closely with nurse practitioners in delivering resident care
- Provide mentorship, supervision, and clinical guidance to advanced practice providers
- Lead regular case reviews and interdisciplinary discussions
- Support timely evaluation and management of acute changes in resident condition
- Promote team-based, evidence-based care
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local long-term care regulations
- Participate in surveys, audits, and quality assurance activities
- Assist with clinical policy development and implementation
- Support infection prevention and emergency preparedness efforts
Leadership & Quality Improvement
- Serve as clinical liaison among administration, nursing staff, providers, residents, and families
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs
- Lead initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and optimize outcomes
- Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and compassionate care
Administrative
- Attend staff and interdisciplinary meetings as needed
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation
- Assist with credentialing and clinical review processes
- Be available for consultation on resident care concerns
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Active, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain)
- Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or related specialty preferred
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, post-acute care, or geriatrics preferred
- Experience collaborating with nurse practitioners and interdisciplinary teams
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred
- Prior Medical Director experience in nursing home or post-acute settings
- Familiarity with CMS regulations and long-term care compliance standards
Schedule & Work Environment
- 1–2 days per week, combining onsite facility rounding and administrative work
- Flexible scheduling based on facility needs
- Opportunity to oversee multiple facilities within a regional network
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- CME allowance and paid time off