Medical Director – Interim or Long-Term Position!

Job Purpose: Medical Director – Full-time or Part-time, Interim or Long-term

The Medical Director provides clinical leadership and oversight for all medical, behavioral, and integrated health services at the organization, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered, and compliant care across service lines and programs.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Medical Director partners with other clinical and administrative leaders to advance the mission and strategic goals of the Waterfall Clinic. This role balances administrative leadership, quality improvement, and direct patient care responsibilities to promote excellence, collaboration, and sustainability in rural community health.

Essential Responsibilities: Medical Director

Mission, Values & Culture

• Adheres to and promotes the spirit of the clinic’s mission to remove barriers to care and advance equitable access for all patients.
• Demonstrates and models the organization’s core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Partnership, and Collaborative Communication.
• Fosters a supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven culture across all clinic locations and service lines.

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Provide clinical direction and supervision for medical, psychiatric, and behavioral health providers.
• Oversee the delivery of integrated, patient-centered care across all service lines, ensuring clinical quality, safety, and equity.
• Serve as the clinical lead for developing and implementing care models that support whole-person health, including the integration of physical, behavioral, and social determinants of health.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, FQHC and HRSA program requirements, and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) regulations.
• Collaborate with nursing, behavioral health, and operational leaders to maintain efficient workflows, continuity of care, and access for patients.
• Serve as the Lab Director and provide CLIA oversight, or delegate responsibilities as   appropriate.

Quality Improvement & Compliance

• Chair or co-chair the Quality Improvement (QI) Committee and actively participate in clinical policy and peer review activities.
• Monitor performance metrics and guide corrective actions in collaboration with the Quality and Compliance departments.
• Support providers in meeting performance expectations for productivity, clinical outcomes, and documentation standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement through regular case reviews, clinical education, and feedback.

Provider Development & Support

• Provide mentorship, evaluation, and professional development for clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and behavioral health providers.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for clinical staff to address workforce needs in a rural setting.
• Promote interprofessional teamwork and a supportive environment that prioritizes compassion, equity, and collaboration.

Community & Organizational Leadership

• Represent the organization in medical and community forums, partner meetings, and public health collaborations.
• Serve as a clinical liaison to external agencies and community partners, including schools, hospitals, and behavioral health networks.
• Contribute to organizational planning, grant initiatives, and partnerships that strengthen access to care and health equity in the region.
• Model and promote the clinic’s mission, vision, and values in all interactions with staff, patients, and the community.

Direct Patient Care

• Maintain a limited patient care schedule (typically 20–40% clinical time, depending on administrative demands) providing direct care within the provider’s specialty area.
• Provide consultation and support to other providers regarding complex or high-risk cases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as applicable to area(s) of responsibility.
• Handle confidential information and materials appropriately and maintain a secure work area.
• Other duties as assigned