Medical Director - Physician - MD/DO - Primary Care

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Community Description:

About SSM Health:

In partnership with Regional Executive Leadership and the Population Health Administrator, the Primary Care Medical Director will lead the strategic design and implementation of strategies that improve health outcomes, reduce disparities, and enhance value-based care across SSM Health's patient population in the Wisconsin Region. This role will drive clinical innovation across chronic disease management, behavioral health, preventive care, and social determinants of health (SDOH), while fostering a data-driven, clinical team culture of delivering the right care at the right time, in the right place empowering individuals to live their healthiest lives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
• Program Oversight & Development
• Data & Analytics
• Provider & Community Engagement
• Regulatory & Compliance

• Experience:
  • Primary Care preferred; all specialties considered.
  • 5 years of experience in clinical leadership
• The ideal candidate has experience beyond a degree in population health, managed care, or clinical operations
  • Demonstrated success in leading health improvement initiatives within a value-based care framework
  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, risk stratification, and quality improvement methodologies
  • Certification in Population Health, Healthcare Quality (e.g., CPHQ, CPH), or a related credential (preferred)
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program is required

With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization's footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization's more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health's Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.

Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city's commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.