Regional Medical Director
Listed compensation
$348K - $418K
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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 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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in physician roles | ranked against 22,241 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $348k–$418k | Physician median $310k (middle half $285k–$350k)28 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$346k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician listings in California | 2,644 active | 22,416 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California 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 |
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.
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