Primary Care Medical Director
Compensation
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Job Description
At Meridian HealthCare, our mission is to provide integrated, whole-person healthcare that supports individuals and families in achieving their highest level of wellness. We specialize in primary care, behavioral health, addiction treatment, and recovery services—because we believe every person deserves compassionate, comprehensive care that meets their unique needs.
We put people first, believe in the power of teamwork, and utilize our resources responsibly to fuel long-term growth and success. If these values resonate with you and you are driven to make a meaningful impact every day, Meridian HealthCare is the ideal place to take the next step in your rewarding career.
We take care of insurance credentialing, billing, and claims so you can focus on your patients—while enjoying flexible scheduling, a built caseload, and exciting mentorship and growth opportunities.
As a full-time Meridian HealthCare employee, you will have access to a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Federal Student Loan Repayment – Up to $250,000: As an FQHC, Meridian HealthCare provides qualifying clinical professionals access to federal loan repayment opportunities, including STAR (up to $250,000) and NHSC Loan Repayment Programs, subject to individual and program eligibility.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Additional employee-focused resources that support work–life balance and long-term career growth
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive primary and preventive care
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight for primary care services
- Support and guide physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans
- Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic testing
- Educate patients on treatment, prevention, and wellness
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
- Support FQHC quality and performance initiatives
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Current, unrestricted Ohio medical license or eligibility for licensure
- Board certified or board eligible in applicable specialty
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Primary Care — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 44% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Primary Care median $279k (middle half $245k–$315k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Ohio index 92.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Primary Care listings in Ohio | 49 active | 1,359 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 44% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $250k loan repayment | Ohio Physician listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment621 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Primary Care hiring demand | #17 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 42 days · 39% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 503 postings, 521 closed |
| New Primary Care listings | 1,020 in the last 30 days | 516 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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