Physician Associate Medical Director

What You'll Do

Administration & Medical Staff Leadership (30%)

Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinically licensed professionals in collaboration with the CMO and Program Directors.

Lead quality improvement and risk management projects, setting measurable outcome goals.

Oversee provider training programs, including curriculum development and competency validation.

Serve as Program Director for Clinical Programs and Research.

Support the growth of service lines such as abortion care, gender‑affirming care, menopause care, sedation, vasectomy, public health initiatives, and limited primary care.

Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

Clinical Care & Supervision (40%)

Provide direct patient care, which may include medication abortion, procedural abortion (if credentialed), family planning, gender‑affirming care, and limited primary care.

Participate in on‑call rotation and provide 24‑hour emergency consultation coverage.

Mentor and supervise Residents, NPs, and PAs.

Collaborate on strategic and operational alignment across PPIL’s medical services to ensure high‑quality, sustainable patient care.

Education & Research (10%)

Partner with research staff to expand clinical research portfolios and public health impact.

Support training programs for residents, fellows, and advanced practice clinicians.

Ensure regional collaboration supporting cross‑state access and shared care models.

Quality, Risk & Protocol Development (10%)

Develop, implement, and monitor clinical protocols aligned with PPFA Medical Standards & Guidelines.

Conduct chart audits and lead corrective action plans.

Lead data‑driven quality improvement initiatives with defined KPIs.

Collaborate with Quality, Compliance, and Finance teams to align regulatory requirements, risk mitigation, and clinical performance with organizational goals.

Organizational Leadership & Strategy (10%)

Contribute to long‑term strategic planning for clinical service sustainability.

Represent PPIL in external partnerships and clinical forums.

Support workforce succession planning and leadership development.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the CMO

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications

MD or DO degree (U.S. or internationally trained with ECFMG certification if applicable)Active Illinois medical license with controlled substance authority

DEA registration (Illinois address)

ACLS and BLS certification

Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Obstetrics & Gynecology

Minimum 5 years post‑residency clinical experience preferred

Leadership experience strongly preferred

Ability and willingness to travel across the Chicago area for clinical and supervisory duties

Ability to travel to Central and Southern Illinois at least once every 1–2 months

Physical Expectations…