Primary Care Physician / Medical Director – $250K–$320K | No Call, No Weekends + 200 Hours PTO HZ
Job at a glance
Job description
Position Overview
Nortek Medical is seeking an experienced and compassionate Primary Care Physician / Medical Director to join a community-focused rural healthcare organization in Woodsville, New Hampshire.
This outstanding opportunity combines direct patient care with meaningful clinical leadership, provider mentoring, and quality improvement responsibilities. The successful candidate will maintain an active outpatient practice while partnering with clinic leadership to strengthen clinical standards, support provider development, improve care coordination, and enhance the overall quality of patient care.
We are looking for an established physician with strong clinical judgment, leadership experience, and a collaborative management style who is passionate about delivering evidence-based, patient-centered healthcare.
Physicians specializing in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine are encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care to adult patients aged 18 and older.
Conduct patient evaluations, obtain medical histories, perform physical examinations, and establish appropriate diagnoses.
Diagnose and manage acute illnesses and chronic medical conditions using evidence-based treatment approaches.
Deliver preventive healthcare, including screenings, risk assessments, medication management, and patient education.
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests and ensure timely follow-up.
Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive strategies clearly to patients.
Coordinate care with advanced practice providers, behavioral health professionals, specialists, and other healthcare team members.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation.
Build lasting patient relationships through compassionate, individualized care.
Medical Director Responsibilities:
Provide clinical leadership in partnership with the Rural Health Clinic Director.
Develop, implement, review, and evaluate clinical policies, procedures, protocols, and medical programs.
Promote consistent standards of care, patient safety, clinical accountability, and evidence-based decision-making.
Support compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, Rural Health Clinic requirements, and organizational policies.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
Contribute to clinical audits, peer reviews, quality meetings, performance improvement activities, and annual program evaluations.
Attend scheduled Medical Staff Committee meetings.
Mentor physicians and other clinical providers, promoting professional growth and sound clinical judgment.
Support provider orientation, continuing education, engagement, and retention.
Collaborate with clinic leadership on medical operations, staffing needs, provider resources, and workflow improvement.
Help address clinical and operational challenges while fostering a supportive, collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Valid New Hampshire physician license before beginning clinical practice.
Board certification or board eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
Current CPR certification.
Demonstrated primary care experience, including management of adult acute and chronic conditions.
At least five years of leadership or executive experience.
Experience mentoring providers, supporting clinical teams, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Strong understanding of clinical standards, patient safety, medical documentation, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to balance direct patient care with leadership and administrative responsibilities.
Collaborative leadership style and commitment to compassionate, equitable, patient-centered healthcare.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ten years of experience in a community-clinic setting.
Experience with rural healthcare, clinical governance, provider development, and quality improvement programs.
Working Hours
Employment: Full-time, permanent.
Work location: Woodsville, New Hampshire.
Practice setting: On-site outpatient primary care.
Patient volume: Approximately 18 patients per day.
New patient appointments: Generally 40 minutes.
Follow-up appointments: Generally 20 minutes.
On-call responsibilities: None.
Weekend work: None.
Administrative flexibility: Administrative duties may be completed on-site or remotely, as arranged with leadership.
This practice model supports meaningful patient interactions while allowing the physician to contribute to clinical leadership, provider development, and continuous improvement.
Skills
Primary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Outpatient Medicine, Adult Primary Care, Clinical Leadership, Medical Director, Chronic Disease Management, Acute Care, Preventive Medicine, Patient Assessment, Physical Examinations, Diagnosis and Treatment, Evidence-Based Medicine, Patient Education, Medication Management, Care Coordination, Quality Assurance, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Governance, Provider Mentoring, Physician Development, Clinical Operations, Patient Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Rural Health, Healthcare Administration, Medical Documentation, DEA Registration, CPR Certification, New Hampshire Medical License
Compensation and Benefits
Annual compensation: $250,000–$320,000, based on experience, qualifications, and role alignment.
Paid time off: 200 hours annually; unused PTO does not roll over.
Noncompete: No noncompete requirement.
Relocation assistance: May be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Physician license reimbursement: Available on a three-year cycle, subject to applicable policy.
DEA registration reimbursement: Available on a two-year cycle, subject to applicable policy.
Potential student loan repayment: Qualified candidates may be eligible for rural-practice loan repayment programs, subject to program requirements, site eligibility, and individual qualifications.
Additional benefits, incentive details, and employment terms will be discussed during the interview and offer process.
Candidates should anticipate approximately two to three months for credentialing when planning a potential start date.
Why Join Nortek Medical?
Combine direct patient care with meaningful medical leadership.
Make a lasting impact on rural healthcare access and community health.
Build long-term patient relationships in a patient-centered practice.
Mentor providers and help shape clinical standards and quality improvement initiatives.
Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Enjoy a predictable schedule with no call responsibilities or weekend work.
Receive 200 hours of annual paid time off.
Practice without a noncompete requirement.
Explore potential relocation assistance and rural-practice loan repayment opportunities.
Apply Today
If you are a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with strong clinical judgment, leadership experience, and a passion for high-quality community-based healthcare, we encourage you to apply.
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your clinical leadership career while maintaining an active primary care practice and making a meaningful difference in a rural community.
Apply through Nortek Medical to learn more about this Primary Care Physician / Medical Director opportunity in Woodsville, New Hampshire.