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Clinical Director Physician, Primary Care - New Start-Up Initiative w/ Top-Ranked Health System!

Employer
SHS Recruitment Partners
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Closing date
Jan 28, 2026
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Specialty
Internal Medicine
Hours
Full Time
Position Type
Permanent
GROUNDBREAKING START-UP, CLINICAL DIRECTOR - DIGITAL + ONSITE START-UP BACKED BY ILLINOIS' TOP-RANKED NON-PROFIT HOSPITAL SYSTEM!

Join us in a brand new, groundbreaking start-up that emphasizes digital-first primary care embedded within traditional brick-and-mortar care settings. Designed from the ground up by one of Illinois’s top-ranked nonprofit health systems, this initiative targets adults 55+ with multiple chronic conditions and treats them in a collaborative setting, instead of a provider-specific patient panel.

Patients receive 24/7 access to digital care, remote monitoring, and a range of treatment options, including virtual visits, clinic appointments, group visits, remote/home care, and hybrid options – creating a personalized, patient-centric environment that allows them greater access to care outside normal business hours.

ROLE OVERVIEW - CLINICAL DIRECTOR:
  • LEADERSHIP & CLINICAL PRACTICE: Serves in a dual leadership/clinical role, with potential for growth into a full-time leadership position.
  • PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Designs safe, high-quality patient programs aligned with strategic goals, including quality, safety, and affordability.
  • STRATEGIC VISION: Embraces innovation as a big-picture thinker who fosters team culture, patient engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • CLINICAL QUALITY OVERSIGHT: Monitors clinical quality through collaboration with clinical teams.
  • SERVICE OVERSIGHT: Ensures financial, quality, and clinical excellence, coordinates care delivery, and recommends technology as needed.
  • COLLABORATION: Works closely with CMO and executive leaders to set and achieve strategic goals for patient care and medical practice.
  • QUALITY MONITORING: Participates in performance, risk management, and metrics reviews for compliance with reporting requirements.
  • PRICING & COMPLIANCE: Assists in creating pricing models and service agreements while ensuring regulatory compliance.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
  • REQUIRED: Five years of experience practicing as a physician (sorry, we are unable to consider candidates who do not meet this qualification)
  • PREFERRED: Two years in healthcare administration, familiar with service development, market conditions, and regulatory requirements.
  • Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from accredited program.
  • BC/BE in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or related primary care specialty.
  • Strong understanding of business analysis, with the ability to articulate its impact on clinical activities.
  • Proficient in service development, system evaluation, and planning for equipment and staffing needs.
  • Skilled in teaching, coaching, and mentoring, with a patient-centered approach.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
  • Expected pay range $346,195 to $432,744 based on experience, skills and internal equity.
  • Up to 30 days of PTO (240 hours of PTO) first year!
  • 401k plan with company match up to 5%.
  • Annual bonus opportunity.
  • Highly competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • CME allowance.
  • Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HAS) options with up-to $2,000 annual employer contribution.
  • Relocation Assistance.
  • Paid occurrence-based malpractice.
  • Paid association membership dues.
  • Adoption assistance, pet insurance, discounts on gym memberships, auto rentals, and more!

INTERESTED?
  • Apply now at: https://jobs.shsrecruitmentpartners.com/jobs/90819119/apply
  • Not ready to apply yet? Request more info: https://info.shs-recruitment.com/acton/media/20012/24935

Or, contact us directly at:

Belinda Thompson
Healthcare Recruiter
Belinda@SHSRecruiting.com
(833) 650-4553 (SMS)
(913) 341-7117 ext. 4 (CALL)

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Job ID: 24935
SHS Recruitment Partners

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