About the role
About Matter Health
Matter Health delivers primary and preventive healthcare directly to older adults living in affordable housing communities.
Our mission is simple: improve healthcare access by meeting patients where they are. Through relationship-based, value-driven care, we help older adults live healthier, more independent lives while reducing barriers to quality healthcare.
As we continue expanding across the country, we're looking for physician leaders who are passionate about advancing value-based care while leading high-performing clinical teams dedicated to improving the lives of older adults.
Total Healthcare. Where you live.
About the Role
Matter Health is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Market Medical Director to provide physician leadership while delivering relationship-based primary care to older adults across an assigned market.
This unique physician leadership role combines direct patient care, clinical oversight, population health, and provider mentorship. You'll partner closely with Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Patient Advocate/Liaisons, and Operations leaders to ensure patients receive exceptional, coordinated care where they live.
Our physicians care for older adults living in affordable housing communities—many of whom face significant barriers to accessing healthcare. This role is ideal for a physician who enjoys leading teams, improving clinical outcomes, mentoring providers, and helping shape the future of community-based, value-driven healthcare.
Responsibilities
Lead clinical care across an assigned geographic market
Provide physician oversight and mentorship to Nurse Practitioners and interdisciplinary care teams
Deliver primary care through a combination of in-home visits and telehealth
Lead transitions of care for high-risk patients following hospitalizations
Drive quality improvement initiatives and support value-based care outcomes
Collaborate with Operations leadership to improve patient experience and market performance
Support provider development through coaching, education, and clinical leadership
Partner with specialists, hospitals, health plans, and community organizations to coordinate patient care
Help develop clinical workflows, best practices, and care delivery strategies
Serve as a physician ambassador for Matter Health within the communities we serve
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Board Certified (or Board Eligible) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or another Primary Care specialty
Active, unrestricted medical license (or ability to obtain licensure within the assigned market)
Minimum of 5 years of physician experience, preferably in primary care
Experience leading or mentoring clinical teams preferred
Background in value-based care, population health, or community-based healthcare preferred
Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Passion for serving older adults and underserved populations
Comfortable working independently in both field-based and virtual care settings
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supervising or collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers
Home-based primary care or community medicine experience
Medicare Advantage or value-based care experience
Population health and quality improvement experience
Multi-site or market physician leadership experience
Passion for mentoring providers and building collaborative care teams
What Success Looks Like
Delivering exceptional, relationship-based care to high-risk patients
Improving quality outcomes and reducing avoidable hospitalizations
Developing and supporting high-performing Nurse Practitioners and clinical teams
Building strong partnerships across clinical, operational, and community stakeholders
Driving continuous improvement throughout the assigned market
Serving as a trusted physician leader who champions Matter Health's mission and values
Why Matter Health
We believe healthcare should be personal, proactive, and delivered where patients feel most comfortable.
Every physician at Matter Health plays an essential role in improving healthcare access for older adults while helping redefine how primary care is delivered in underserved communities.
This isn't simply a leadership role—it's an opportunity to shape the future of healthcare while making a meaningful impact on patients, providers, and the communities we serve.
Total Healthcare. Where you live.
Working at Matter Health
We believe in supporting the whole person—both professionally and personally. Benefits for full-time employees begin the first day of the month following your start date.
Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer-funded HSA and FSA options
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Voluntary supplemental insurance options
Access to Matter Health's in-person and virtual care services
Financial Security
Competitive compensation
401(k) with company match beginning on Day 60
Financial wellness resources
Time Away
Up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off
10 paid company holidays
2 paid Volunteer Days each year
Professional Growth
Annual CME allowance for continuing medical education and certifications
Dedicated paid CME days for conferences and professional development
Opportunity to help shape an innovative, value-based primary care model
Collaborative physician leadership team focused on mentorship and continuous improvement
Meaningful opportunities to influence clinical strategy, quality initiatives, and organizational growth
Eligibility is based on full-time employment status. Additional benefit details will be shared during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Matter Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.
Compensation Range: $254K - $312K
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