Medical Director - Veterinary Hospital

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health! The  Medical Director will partner with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to deliver innovative and high-quality care in the home and community for high-need, high-risk, high-utilizing patients. The ideal candidate must be flexible and willing to work in a high growth, fast paced company where the scope of services and protocols will evolve. The role is primary remote, but residence in the state of interest is required. Doctor of Medicine degree from a recognized medical school programMust possess a current, unrestricted medical license in the State(s) of interestBoard Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or in related primary/specialty carePrevious medical leadership and teaching experience preferredExpertise in of population-based medicine and quality improvement principlesExperience with managing patient with complex needs, included behavioral health and substance use diagnosesStrong healthcare management acumen, including working knowledge of current U. Must be able to positively interact with other clinicians, senior management, patients and their families, and all levels of medical and non-medical professionalsTakes initiative in shaping clinical direction and driving the delivery of high-quality care, while motivating and leading interdisciplinary teams.Demonstrates ownership of both clinical outcomes and team performance, ensuring high-quality care for patients. Prioritizes patient needs and ensures decisions are made with the goal of improving patient health and quality of life.In-depth knowledge of medical practice, population health, and the application of medical principles to high-need patient populations.Ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective, data-driven solutions to improve patient care and operational efficiency. Expertise in working with cross-functional teams, fostering effective partnerships with diverse healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient outcomes.Healthcare System Knowledge: ~ Deep understanding of healthcare payer and provider systems, policies, and regulations to ensure effective service delivery.Quality Improvement: ~ Skilled in the application of quality improvement methods to continuously enhance care delivery processes and outcomes. Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Upward Health Core Values