Associate Medical Director
Job Description
Join our caring community as an Associate Medical Director, an instrumental leadership role combining clinical practice with operational management. You'll ensure high-quality patient care aligned with Value-Based Care principles while leading clinical teams in our Houston Market clinic.
What You'll Do- Lead, hire, and develop high-quality clinical teams with focus on engagement and talent retention
- Conduct weekly onsite visits, individual meetings, and monthly leadership meetings with clinicians
- Champion senior-focused primary care strategy and foster stakeholder relationships locally
- Deliver direct patient care 20-30% of time; review charts and conduct root cause analysis
- Monitor key performance indicators including patient experience, quality metrics, and clinical outcomes
- Partner with operational leaders on strategic planning, budgeting, and performance alignment
- MD/DO from accredited medical school with current state medical license
- Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine
- Minimum 5 years outpatient primary care experience, including senior health and value-based care
- Minimum 3 years successfully leading clinicians with demonstrated impact on talent and culture
- Proficiency with EMR systems, voice documentation tools, and clinical evidence resources
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan and life insurance
- Paid time off, parental leave, and volunteer time off
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction — all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.
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What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.
A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.
Afternoons often shift to administrative work — reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.
About This Employer
CenterWell Home Health is a Parent Agency located in League City, TX at 3027 Marina Bay Drive, Suite 107. This facility holds a 4.6-star Google rating based on 24 reviews.
Care services offered: Licensed And Certified Home Health Services; Licensed Home Health Services
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Houston Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $57.69/hr ($119,995/yr). The typical range is $45.94 – $73.58/hr (25th–75th percentile).
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.
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3027 Marina Bay Drive, Suite 107, League City, TX 77573
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