Medical Director Outpatient Clinic

Lead a high-trust outpatient clinic. Build access for a rural community. Shape the future of care. Decatur County Hospital, a trusted Critical Access Hospital serving southern Iowa, is seeking a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician to step into a high-visibility Medical Director role within our outpatient clinic. This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on clinical care with meaningful leadership in a setting where your decisions directly improve access, quality, and continuity for the patients who rely on local care. If you're energized by rural medicine, team leadership, and improving how care is delivered, we'd love to meet you.

Quick Snapshot Role:

Medical Director -

Outpatient Clinic Setting:

Rural Critical Access Hospital Clinic Schedule:

Full-time (with protected admin time)

Leadership:

Leads clinic operations + quality + team development

Support:

Strong APP/physician team + admin partnership

Relocation/Sign-on:

Available What You'll Do As Medical Director, you'll lead both care delivery and operational improvement across our outpatient clinic: Lead clinic operations to improve access, continuity, and patient experience Partner with admin leadership to streamline workflows and remove barriers to care Drive CAH-aligned quality initiatives (patient safety, compliance, performance metrics) Develop and mentor a strong team culture across providers and staff Represent outpatient services in strategic planning and hospital leadership forums What Sets This Role Apart High autonomy in shaping clinic strategy and workflows Direct community impact - your leadership improves access for patients who depend on local care Close-knit, mission-driven environment where collaboration is the norm Opportunity to innovate in a flexible, resourceful Critical Access Hospital setting Leadership visibility with hospital executives and board members What Success Looks Like (First 6-12 Months) In your first year, you'll be positioned to make a real mark by: Building trust and alignment across providers, staff, and leadership Identifying the top 2-3 operational bottlenecks and implement improvements Strengthening care coordination across outpatient + inpatient + community settings Establishing consistent quality and workflow standards that support growth and stability Qualifications MD or DO with Board Certification in Internal Medicine Active or eligible medical license in Iowa Minimum 3 years of clinical experience (leadership experience preferred) Strong understanding of rural health / Critical Access operations (or willingness to learn) Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and drive change Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care What We Offer Protected administrative time Relocation + sign-on incentives (case-by-case) Leadership stipend (in addition to clinical compensation) CME support + leadership development pathway Comprehensive benefits package You'll Be Supported By A collaborative administrative leadership team A dedicated clinical staff committed to patient-centered care A community that values relationships and continuity What Sets DCH Apart The only Critical Access Hospital in Iowa to achieve ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to nationally recognized cardiac excellence. Access to highly specialized women's health services, including care from one of only a few Gynecologic Oncologists in Iowa. Advanced orthopedic capabilities, including leading-edge hip replacement procedures, helping patients return to life faster and stronger. True full-spectrum rural medicine, where providers and staff practice broadly and make a real, lasting impact across their community. 17 outpatient specialist clinics including (Neurology, Endocrinology, Oncology, Rheumatology, and more) In-house Nuclear Medicine imaging and MRI services, giving our team rapid diagnostics, streamlined care coordination, and a better experience for patients. Salary Negotiable (based on candidate experience) To Apply Send your CV to Cady Atwood at Catwood@d-c-h.org

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person