Medical Director, Attending Physician -… at Trio Health… · Champaign

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical (Attending Physician) Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical management to SNF residents, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing follow-up.
• Round regularly in assigned facilities, maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Collaborate closely with the Trio in-house Nurse Practitioner, offering guidance, oversight, and joint care planning to ensure continuity and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care plan conferences, and family communications as needed.
• Support facility quality and utilization objectives by focusing on proactive, preventive, and patient-centered care.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, facility policies, and Trio Health Clinicians’ clinical standards.

Administrative (Medical Director) Responsibilities

• Serve as the facility’s primary medical liaison, supporting leadership and staff in achieving optimal quality and regulatory outcomes.
• Lead and participate in Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and policy reviews.
• Provide clinical guidance to staff regarding infection control, medication management, and chronic disease management protocols.
• Review and address trends in readmissions, infection rates, and clinical performance; develop and support corrective action plans.
• Assist with survey readiness, compliance monitoring, and staff education.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new clinical providers working in the facility.
• Foster collaboration and communication between all disciplines to enhance resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Active Illinois medical license and DEA registration.
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in post-acute or long-term care settings.
• Prior experience as a Medical Director or in facility leadership strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Compensation & Structure

• Variable Compensation (VC): 70% of patient visits based on expected collections.
• Medical Director Stipend: Additional fixed monthly amount per facility overseen (amount TBD based on scope and census).
• No paid time off or paid holidays.
• This structure reflects the dual focus on direct patient care and administrative oversight while maintaining alignment with Trio’s value-based care model.