Medical Director (Locum-to-Perm) Needed In Northern California!

 

📍 Location: Porterville, California – Tule River Indian Health Center
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time | Locum-to-Permanent
💼 Salary: Competitive, with full benefits and loan repayment eligibility

About Tule River Indian Health Center (TRIHCI)

TRIHCI is a tribally governed healthcare organization serving Native American communities in Tulare County. We provide culturally sensitive, patient-centered care across primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and public health services. Our mission is to blend modern medicine with traditional values to improve health outcomes and community wellness.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Medical Director to lead our clinical team. This role begins as a locum assignment with a clear pathway to permanent placement.

Schedule:

• 3 days/week – Direct patient care
• 2 days/week – Administrative and leadership duties

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services
• Oversee clinical operations and supervise providers
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and track metrics
• Develop and maintain clinical policies and protocols
• Mentor mid-level providers and clinical staff
• Ensure regulatory compliance (IHS, Medi-Cal, Medicare)
• Engage with the community and represent TRIHCI at events

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board-certified/eligible in Family or Internal Medicine
• Unrestricted CA medical license (or eligibility)
• 5+ years of clinical experience, including leadership
• Experience with quality improvement and rural healthcare
• Strong communication and cultural competency skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Loan repayment eligibility (NHSC and others)
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 403(b) with employer contributions
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• CME stipend and paid CME leave
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly or reach out for more information. We welcome physicians who are passionate about community health and ready to make a lasting impact.