Medical Director at Peregrine Health
United States - RemoteFull-timeRemoteClinical RecruitmentPosted 4 months ago
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Medical Director<br><br>Location:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Flexible (within Peregrine service regions)</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Employment Type:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Full-Time (3 Administrative Days / 2 Clinical Days)</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Department</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Clinical Leadership</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Reports To:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Chief Executive Officer</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Peregrine</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Peregrine is a fast-growing behavioral health services and technology platform that partners with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Community Health Centers (CHCs) to expand access to high-quality mental health and substance use disorder care. We combine technology, clinical operations, and mission-driven partnerships to bring behavioral health services to underserved communities across multiple states.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Summary</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The Medical Director will serve as a key member of Peregrine’s leadership team, responsible for clinical oversight, medical governance, and partnership with operational and product teams to drive clinical excellence across the organization. This leader will split their time between administrative leadership and direct patient care .</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of community health, value-based care, and MAT programs, with a passion for expanding access to care in underserved communities. This is both a clinical leadership and a strategic growth role: the Medical Director will help shape Peregrine’s revenue-generating clinical programs (e.g., CoCM), standardize clinical processes across markets, and represent Peregrine externally as a thought leader.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Key Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Clinical Leadership and Governance</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as the Professional Corporation (PC) Owner for Peregrine’s clinical practice entities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Establish clear clinical protocols, decision frameworks, and escalation pathways for scenarios involving partners, providers, and patients, including crisis protocols and legal escalations (Board of Nursing, subpoenas, partner executives, etc.).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with Market Operations leadership to ensure operational teams understand and execute basic clinical protocols, especially around crisis and risk situations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the development and enforcement of standardized appointment templates, scheduling practices, and clinical workflows to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality of care.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Design and implement peer review, clinical quality initiatives, and compliance processes to meet regulatory standards and support program growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Strategic Initiatives and Program Development</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with the CEO and leadership team to evaluate new care models, scope of services, and regulatory structures to support sustainable growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Develop scalable frameworks for supervising physician coverage across markets to reduce cost structure without compromising quality or compliance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Represent Peregrine in external presentations, partner webinars, and conferences, traveling to build relationships with partner executives and clinical teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Gather clinical protocols and processes from partner organizations, then synthesize and establish Peregrine Standard Protocols to be applied consistently across markets.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Administrative and Strategic Leadership</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a bridge between clinical and operational teams, ensuring alignment between frontline care delivery and organizational strategy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate as a member of Peregrine’s leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, program design, and growth initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with product and data teams to evaluate clinical outcomes, identify gaps, and inform continuous improvement efforts.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of high-performing clinical staff, including setting clear expectations for scheduling, documentation, and time management best practices. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Clinical Care</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide direct patient care with a focus on behavioral health and MAT programs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Backfill clinical coverage as needed during provider absences or temporary staffing gaps.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Model high-quality, patient-centered care consistent with Peregrine’s mission and standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Qualifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">MD or DO with active, unrestricted medical license.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Board certification in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty with behavioral health experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in community health, FQHC, or MAT settings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated experience building or scaling clinical programs (e.g., CoCM, value-based models, MAT).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prior leadership experience within a healthcare organization strongly preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Eligible to own or serve as physician of record for a Professional Corporation in relevant states.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of clinical compliance, telehealth regulations, and operational integration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trust across clinical and non-clinical teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willingness to travel regularly for presentations, partner engagement, and leadership visibility.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional Considerations</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">This is a full-time leadership role; outside employment or affiliations must comply with Peregrine’s inventions and exclusivity agreements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The Medical Director should be comfortable working at the intersection of clinical practice, operations, compliance, and business growth.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The role is viewed as both a clinical leadership investment and a growth and marketing lever, central to Peregrine’s ability to scale sustainably.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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