Physician Leader (MD/ DO) Primary Care

HarmonyCares operates a value-based in-home primary care practice serving patients with complex healthcare needs in Flint, Michigan. The Physician Leader role directs a clinical pod of advanced practice providers focused on chronic condition management during weekday daytime hours with no weekends, evenings, or hospital rounds. The position maintains a dyad partnership with the Market Manager and functions as the collaborating physician for pod APPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision for assigned APPs and physicians while maintaining collaborative practice agreements within state limits
• Conduct quarterly ride-alongs with each collaborative APP and perform complex patient visits as required
• Collaborate with community health workers, medical social workers, nurse navigators, care managers, and patient care coordinators on pod activities
• Lead high-risk patient huddles and ensure documented care plans involve all relevant team members
• Complete at least 10 chart audits monthly or the number required by state regulation, whichever is greater
• Review quality metrics and pod performance data to drive HEDIS improvements
• Monitor clinician capacity and productivity; partner with site medical directors on corrective actions when needed
• Sign DME orders, death certificates, and other documents on behalf of APPs per state regulations
• Perform routine panel reviews with APPs and support EMR efficiency
• Manage direct-report performance reviews, discipline actions, and compliance matters
• Participate in patient care for the assigned panel including high-risk visits, physician face-to-face requirements, and cognitive assessments
• Deliver clinical education on diagnosis, documentation, and chronic condition management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
• Completion of an accredited residency program
• Unrestricted medical license
• Board certification required for hires or promotions on or after January 1, 2026
• Unrestricted DEA registration
• Active CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Three years of experience as a physician collaborating with advanced practice providers (preferred)
• Experience in geriatrics or management of complex patients (preferred)

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus tied to team outcomes
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• CME and tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time
• Paid orientation and training
• A+ rated malpractice coverage with tail coverage
• Mobile diagnostic services and state-of-the-art technology