ABOUT THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR ROLE As we continue to scale Upperline Plus in our regions, Upperline Health is seeking a
Medical Director for the Baltimore market to advance clinical excellence, strengthen provider engagement and lead clinical value-based care across the market.
This role combines
direct patient care, clinical leadership, and VBC program management and partners closely with the central interdisciplinary team, population health and operations teams.
With a patient-centered approach the Medical Director will see a small panel of their own patients, provide clinical oversight and hands-on coaching to Upperline Plus' nurse practitioners, identify market opportunities, improve clinical processes, and lead VBC and population health initiatives - all with a focus on optimizing the care model to improve patients' outcomes and quality of life.
The position will be based in the
Baltimore area.
Approximately 30-50% of time will be spent in the clinic setting. Required Experience and Skills- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
- Board certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Preventative Medicine, or Geriatrics
- Active license in Maryland and willing to pursue multi-state licensure if needed
- ~ 5 years of outpatient practice experience, inclusive of caring for adult / senior, high-risk, polychronic, clinically complex patient populations
- Clinically practiced in a value-based care model and/or championed programs to improve quality, patient outcomes and reduce risk
- Clinical oversight or coaching of other providers
- Must reside in market; be willing and able to provide direct care to a small panel of patients and routinely visit clinics and providers within the market
Preferred Experience and Skills- Exposure or experience improving or implementing clinical processes, protocols, or evidence-based guidelines
- Experience or expertise in VBC programs (e.g., Transitional Care Management, Complex Care Management, ED Diversion, Advanced Care Planning, High Risk Patient Outreach)
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS- Compensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region and based on prior training and experience
- Comprehensive benefit options include medical, dental and vision, 401K, PTO, and parental leave
- Medical malpractice, licensure, and boards dues paid annually
- CME expense allotment
Job Type: Full-time
