Medical Director-NY-Lighthouse Guild

We are seeking a Board Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to serve as a Part-Time Medical Director with Lighthouse Guild in New York City. Lighthouse Guild is a nonprofit healthcare and services organization dedicated to helping individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or experiencing vision loss live independently while receiving comprehensive healthcare and support services.

This is a part-time Medical Director opportunity requiring approximately 10–15 hours per week, with a flexible schedule based on the physician's availability. The Medical Director will provide comprehensive, patient-centered medical care while providing clinical oversight, medical direction, and leadership within the Diagnostic and Treatment Center.

Position Overview

Organization: Lighthouse Guild
Job Role: Part-Time Medical Director / Physician
Location: Lighthouse Guild – 250 W 64th St, New York, NY 10023
Employment Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10–15 hours per week
Scheduling: Flexible based on physician availability
Compensation: $150/hour
Practice Setting: Outpatient Diagnostic and Treatment Center
Department: Diagnostic and Treatment Center (DTC)
Reports To: Director of Health Services

About Lighthouse Guild

Lighthouse Guild is a nonprofit healthcare and services organization focused on helping people who are blind, visually impaired, or experiencing vision loss live independently.

The organization provides a broad range of services, including:

• Eye and vision care, including optometry, comprehensive eye examinations, and low-vision evaluations

• Primary and specialty healthcare

• Diabetes and endocrinology services

• Behavioral health services designed specifically for individuals experiencing vision loss

• Occupational therapy, mobility training, and independent-living support

• Assistive technology services

• Education, career development, and employment services

• Adult Day Health Care through GuildCare

• Support groups and community programs for individuals with vision loss and their families

Medical Director Responsibilities

The Medical Director will be responsible for medical direction, clinical oversight, policy development, and coordination of patient care within the Diagnostic and Treatment Center.

Medical Leadership & Oversight

• Provide medical oversight and direction for the Diagnostic and Treatment Center

• Supervise and assess the professional performance of attending physicians and other members of the medical staff

• Maintain compliance with applicable New York State health regulations

• Direct Limited Service Laboratory activities

• Recommend, develop, maintain, and revise DTC policies and procedures

• Conduct regular medical staff meetings

• Participate in and oversee essential DTC functions, including:

  • Quality Assurance

  • Infection Control

  • Patient Safety

• Recommend and coordinate improvements to medical care programs and clinical operations

• Supervise the acquisition and maintenance of medical staff credentialing data

• Participate in educational programs, workshops, seminars, and other professional development activities

Requirements & Qualifications

• MD or DO degree

• Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a practicing physician in an outpatient medical clinic

• Experience in a hospital-based clinic, freestanding Diagnostic and Treatment Center, or Federally Qualified Health Center preferred

• Experience with medical oversight, clinical leadership, or outpatient clinic operations preferred

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance, infection control, patient safety, and clinical operations

• Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

• Familiarity with medical coding and billing

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-management skills

• Credentialed as a member of the medical staff

Highlights

• $150/hour

• Part-time Medical Director position

• Approximately 10–15 hours per week

• Monday–Friday schedule

• Flexible scheduling based on physician availability

• Leadership opportunity within an established nonprofit healthcare organization

• Combination of direct patient care and medical leadership responsibilities

• Opportunity to participate in quality assurance, infection control, safety, and clinical operations

• Mission-driven organization serving individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or experiencing vision loss

If you’re interested in learning more about this Part-Time Medical Director opportunity with Lighthouse Guild, please reply with your updated CV and your best available time to connect for a brief discussion.