Family Practice Medical Director

Job overview

The Family Practice Medical Director role is onsite in Porterville, CA, with annual compensation of $400,000. Tule River Indian Health Center’s primary care programs serve Native American and underserved communities in its CHSDA area. The physician leads primary care delivery and oversees clinical and administrative functions, combining direct patient care with program leadership. The role supports quality, regulatory compliance, staff development, and effective care across the organization’s facilities.

What you'll do

• Provide primary care and diagnostic, preventive, educational, and treatment services
• supervise and precept medical staff and contract providers
• oversee healthcare policies, procedures, and quality assurance
• monitor care outcomes and compliance
• recruit, mentor, and develop providers
• coordinate referrals, admissions, routine procedures, and patient follow-up
• maintain records and reports
• collaborate on operational initiatives and community engagement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

family practice medical director

physician

primary care

clinical leadership

medical administration

quality improvement

native american health

porterville ca

tule river indian health center

full-time

daytime

$400k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Combines clinical practice with substantial administrative oversight, often split 60% administrative and 40% clinical; culturally sensitive care for Native American and underserved communities.

About the employer

Tule River Indian Health Center Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.