Medical Director – Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care (Part-Time, 1–2 Days per Week) Location: Central Ohio (Columbus metro area) Type: Part-Time, 1–2 days per week Experience: 1+ year About the Opportunity Our client, an established provider group serving skilled nursing and long-term care facilities across Central Ohio, is seeking a part-time Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and medical oversight. This role works closely with a team of nurse practitioners, nursing leadership, attending physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to residents. It's an ideal fit for a physician looking to add meaningful leadership work to their schedule without a full-time commitment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Oversight • Provide medical direction and oversight for resident care in skilled nursing and long-term care settings • Establish and maintain clinical standards, protocols, and best practices • Support management of complex geriatric and chronic medical conditions • Participate in developing care plans and clinical pathways • Review quality metrics, hospitalization rates, infection control practices, and patient outcomes Nurse Practitioner Collaboration • Partner closely with nurse practitioners in delivering resident care • Provide mentorship, supervision, and clinical guidance to advanced practice providers • Lead regular case reviews and interdisciplinary discussions • Support timely evaluation and management of acute changes in resident condition • Promote team-based, evidence-based care Regulatory & Compliance • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local long-term care regulations • Participate in surveys, audits, and quality assurance activities • Assist with clinical policy development and implementation • Support infection prevention and emergency preparedness efforts Leadership & Quality Improvement • Serve as clinical liaison among administration, nursing staff, providers, residents, and families • Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs • Lead initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and optimize outcomes • Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and compassionate care Administrative • Attend staff and interdisciplinary meetings as needed • Maintain accurate, timely documentation • Assist with credentialing and clinical review processes • Be available for consultation on resident care concerns Qualifications • MD or DO from an accredited institution • Active, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain) • Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or related specialty preferred • Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, post-acute care, or geriatrics preferred • Experience collaborating with nurse practitioners and interdisciplinary teams • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Preferred • Prior Medical Director experience in nursing home or post-acute settings • Familiarity with CMS regulations and long-term care compliance standards Schedule & Work Environment • 1–2 days per week, combining onsite facility rounding and administrative work • Flexible scheduling based on facility needs • Opportunity to oversee multiple facilities within a regional network Compensation & Benefits • Competitive compensation • CME allowance and paid time off