FAMILY MEDICINE | MEDICAL DIRECTOR / CMO

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Position Highlights

• Leadership Opportunity: Lead clinical operations for a growing FQHC serving rural and underserved populations.
• Balanced Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40-hour work week with dedicated administrative time.
• Clinical & Administrative Mix: Approximately 4 days of patient care and 1 day of leadership responsibilities.
• Team-Based Environment: Collaborate with 7 Family Nurse Practitioners, behavioral health providers, dental staff, and executive leadership.
• Flexible Call: Shared phone-only call rotation; no hospital call.
• Mission-Driven Practice: Make a meaningful impact while shaping the future of healthcare delivery in Central Louisiana.
• Growth Potential: Ideal for experienced physician leaders or physicians seeking their first leadership role.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $275,000 guaranteed.
• Bonus Opportunities:
  • Productivity incentives
  • Patient encounter bonuses
  • Value-based care and quality incentives
  • Shared savings opportunities
• Sign-On Bonus: $25,000.
• Relocation Assistance: $3,000 with flexibility for enhanced support.
• Student Loan Assistance: Potential NHSC loan repayment eligibility.
• CME: 5 CME days plus $4,000 annual allowance.
• Paid Time Off: 17 PTO days plus 10+ holidays (enhancements under review).
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package including professional dues and subscriptions support.

Qualifications

• Degree: MD or DO
• Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine preferred; Pediatrics considered.
• Licensure: Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure with a clean professional record.
• Skills:
  • Physician leadership and provider oversight
  • Clinical operations management
  • Team development and mentoring
  • Quality improvement initiatives
  • FQHC/HRSA knowledge preferred
• Experience: Leadership or administrative experience preferred but not required.
• Visa Sponsorship: Available on a case-by-case basis.

About the Community

• Community Type: Historic small-town community in Central Louisiana.
• Lifestyle: Affordable cost of living with a strong sense of community.
• Recreation: Fishing, boating, hunting, Cane River activities, festivals, and outdoor recreation.
• Education: Home to Northwestern State University and the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts.
• Location: Convenient access to Alexandria and Shreveport.
• Community Appeal: Rich history, cultural events, charming downtown district, and family-friendly atmosphere.
• Quality of Life: Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with the amenities needed for both personal and professional success.

Job Reference #: FP 26786