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Alta Med
Commerce, California

Regional Medical Director

Geriatric MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$348K - $418K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference.

We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone.

Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Regional Medical Director for PACE is responsible for the collaboration, integration, and coordination of AltaMed PACE healthcare delivery systems at the sites over which he/she presides, to ensure maximum benefits to eligible PACE participants.

Additionally, this position shall be responsible for overseeing all clinical aspects of utilization management, case management, chronic disease case management, and all other areas necessary to facilitate the appropriate use of resources for senior patients and participants.

The Regional Medical Director-PACE also provides general guidance to comply with and set policies for reporting to lead to high-quality and appropriate measurement of good clinical outcomes.

The PACE Regional Medical Director must be conversant with areas of geriatric, internal medicine, and palliative care, show the ability for rapid, accurate decision-making, and enjoy care review and the investigation and resolution of complex issues.

The Regional Medical Director–PACE must be a clear and compelling communicator with a demonstrated ability to motivate, guide, influence, and lead others, including the ability to translate detailed analysis and complex materials into compelling communications.

The Regional Medical Director-PACE may represent AltaMed in regulatory agencies, national associations, industry clinical leadership committees, and appropriate forums.

Minimum Requirements

Licensed physician with a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience.

A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience, preferably within medical management working in a managed care environment.

Experience in working with Medi-Cal, Medicare, and frail elderly or senior populations, and knowledge of appropriate diagnostic reporting and HCC coding.

A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$348,247.42 - $417,896.90 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

  • Benefits & Career Development
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Flexible Spending
  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Paid CME Days
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Corporate Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.

You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Key Responsibilities

The Regional Medical Director oversees the integration and coordination of PACE healthcare delivery systems to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes for senior participants. This role also manages clinical utilization, case management, and policy development while representing the organization in regulatory and industry forums.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed physician with at least 4 years of clinical experience and 2 years of leadership experience in a managed care environment. Proficiency in geriatric care, Medicare/Medi-Cal regulations, and HCC coding is required, along with a valid BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Geriatric medicineChronic disease managementStrategic planningCommunication

Geriatric Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$383k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $346k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Physician market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in physician rolesranked against 22,241 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$348k–$418kPhysician median $310k (middle half $285k–$350k)28 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$346k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All physician listings in California2,644 active22,416 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $83k) · 28% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend (all specialties)−5.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,241 Physician roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. California figures use all physicians: too few California Geriatric Medicine postings state pay.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Regional Medical Director at Alta Med a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physician roles — ranked against 22,241 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Geriatric Medicine Jobs

16 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 7 employers
2
<$275k
2
$275k-300k
1
$300k
1
$328k
10
$350k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs · 7 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
31% this job
Relocation assistance
23%
PSLF eligible
15%
Sign-on bonus
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physician, Geriatrics (Sutter Senior Care) (Sacramento, CA)

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$334k-$371k
#2

Geriatrician - Davidsonville, MD

Vohra Physicians · Davidsonville, Maryland

$200k-$350k
#3

Geriatrician - Greenville, NC

$200k-$350k
#4

Geriatrician - Beeville, TX

$200k-$350k
+ 14 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Physician roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,241 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Alta Med

Wellness and Fitness Services
Los Angeles, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Flexible Spending
Career Advancement & Development opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid CME Days
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage

Living in Commerce

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$713k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,549/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.