Medical Director Physician
Not Specified, CA, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Medical Director
- Primary Care
- Clinical Leadership
The Medical Director Physician leads clinical operations at Tule River Indian Health Center, providing primary care and overseeing healthcare providers. This role balances direct patient care with administrative leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance and advancing quality improvement initiatives. The position supports Native American communities through culturally sensitive healthcare and promotes community engagement.
Employment Type: Full-Time Locum-to-Permanent
Salary: Competitive, with full benefits and loan repayment eligibility
TRIHCI is a tribally governed healthcare organization serving Native American communities in Tulare County. We provide culturally sensitive, patient-centered care across primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and public health services. Our mission is to blend modern medicine with traditional values to improve health outcomes and community wellness.
Position OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate and experienced Medical Director to lead our clinical team. This role begins as a locum assignment with a clear pathway to permanent placement.
Schedule:
- 3 days/week Direct patient care
- 2 days/week Administrative and leadership duties
- Provide comprehensive primary care services
- Oversee clinical operations and supervise providers
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and track metrics
- Develop and maintain clinical policies and protocols
- Mentor mid-level providers and clinical staff
- Ensure regulatory compliance (IHS, Medi-Cal, Medicare)
- Engage with the community and represent TRIHCI at events
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Board-certified/eligible in Family or Internal Medicine
- Unrestricted CA medical license (or eligibility)
- 5+ years of clinical experience, including leadership
- Experience with quality improvement and rural healthcare
- Strong communication and cultural competency skills
- Competitive salary
- Loan repayment eligibility (NHSC and others)
- Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 403(b) with employer contributions
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- CME stipend and paid CME leave
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Interested candidates can apply directly or reach out for more information. We welcome physicians who are passionate about community health and ready to make a lasting impact.




