Primary Care Physician Medical Director
Carbon Health
Primary Care Pod Medical Director, 4-Day Work Week (3 Clinical + 1 Admin Day)
Lead with Purpose. Grow with Carbon Health
At Carbon Health, we are a physician-founded and led organization on a mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to everyone. What sets us apart is our innovative, provider-first culture, built around CarbyOS, our custom EHR with AI-powered tools like hands-free charting, designed to reduce administrative burden and let clinicians focus on what matters most: patient care.
We’re looking for a Primary Care Pod Medical Director who thrives on challenges, inspires teams, and brings an owner’s mindset to both patient care and clinic operations. If you’re ready to combine leadership with direct clinical practice in a role designed for balance and growth, this is your opportunity.
Why This Role Stands Out
4-Day Work Week – Protect your work-life balance
3 Days of Patient Care + 1 Full Admin Day – Dedicated leadership time built into your schedule
Impactful Leadership – Oversee and mentor physicians, PAs, and NPs while shaping clinic strategy
Innovation at Your Fingertips – Work with AI-powered tools that streamline documentation and operations
Your Responsibilities
Patient Care & Leadership
Provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in clinic (approx. 30 hours/week) with a dedicated full 10 hour day for administrative tasks as assigned by National Primary Care Medical Director and to complete pod-specific leadership tasks
Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team of physicians, PAs, and NPs
Communicate and operationalize Carbon Health’s mission, vision, and values
Drive quality improvement projects and innovation initiatives
Lead regular team meetings, resolve conflicts, and motivate staff to achieve high performance
Partner with Clinic Manager to uphold the highest standards of care, safety, and patient experience
Financial Accountability
Demonstrate working knowledge of financial statements, clinic billing procedures, and payer guidelines
Stay current on diagnostic and procedure coding, ensuring accuracy for reimbursement and training staff as needed
Adjust clinic operations and resource allocations in alignment with financial changes and goals
Experiential Outcomes
Serve as an inspirational leader who empowers the team through feedback, recognition, and accountability
Interview, onboard, and mentor clinicians to ensure success and retention
Perform regular chart audits and one-to-one clinician evaluations
Oversee payroll targets and manage clinician schedules across sites
Respond to patient and staff concerns with transparency and professionalism
Drive patient experience outcomes, ensuring KPI goals are consistently met or exceeded
Represent Carbon Health in community events and marketing activities that promote clinic growth and engagement
About You
MD/DO with active state license; board certified or board eligible (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine)
Minimum 2 years of experience in FM/IM, or similar setting
At least 1 year of leadership experience in a healthcare setting
Skilled in consulting and treating all patients 18+ and comfortable with basic women’s health exams including PAPs
Familiar with financial statements, P&L management, and HR processes
Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to build trust at every level of the organization
BLS and/or ACLS certification is required and must be obtained before your first day with Carbon Health
Why Join Carbon Health
Work-Life Balance – 4-day schedule with built-in admin time
Leadership Growth – Shape the future of primary care delivery while mentoring and managing your team
Cutting-Edge Tech – CarbyOS and AI-powered tools designed by clinicians for clinicians
Supportive Environment – Collaborate with clinic managers, central support, and a nationwide network of colleagues
Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive compensation package, PTO, health coverage, parental leave, 401(k) match, and quality incentive bonus opportunities
Lead the Future of Primary Care
This is more than a clinical role—it’s your chance to influence, innovate, and lead within a growing national healthcare network. As a Primary Care Pod Medical Director at Carbon Health, you’ll balance hands-on patient care with meaningful leadership, supported by a culture that values your well-being and professional growth.
Apply today and help us shape the future of healthcare.
Full Time Salary (40 hours per week):
$263,120.00 - $287,040.00We recognize that the key to success lies in valuing the minds, experiences, and perspectives of people from all walks of life. Carbon Health is proud to value diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. Carbon Health is an E-Verify employer.