Medical Director
Medical Director – Lead Primary Care at a Premier Community Clinic
*Huntsville, AL | Full time with Patient Care: Minimum 16 hours/week*
About the Opportunity
Join a leading community health organization in Huntsville, AL, as a Medical Director, where you will lead clinical operations and ensure high-quality health standards are met. This position offers a unique blend of leadership and hands-on patient care, providing a fulfilling career for those who are passionate about community health. The organization is dedicated to delivering compassionate, accessible, and inclusive healthcare to its diverse patient population.
Position Overview
As the Medical Director, you will oversee day-to-day clinical operations, design and implement medical policies, and lead continuous quality improvement activities. You will dedicate a minimum of 16 hours per week to providing primary care services, collaborating closely with a team of skilled nurse practitioners and clinical staff. Your role will also include enhancing clinical efficiency, staff training, and participating in recruitment efforts.
Position Highlights
Compensation & Benefits
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a seasoned physician with an MD or DO degree, at least 10 years of experience in a community clinic, and 5 years in a leadership role. You must hold a valid Alabama State License, be Board Certified or eligible in Family Practice or Internal Medicine, and possess a current DEA license along with CPR and ACLS certifications. Experience in managing HIV, Hepatitis C, and STIs is a plus. This role suits a mission-driven leader passionate about community health and patient care excellence.
Next Steps
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the community and lead a dynamic healthcare team, we encourage you to apply. The interview process is straightforward and designed to assess your fit and potential contribution to our mission. Submit your application today to join a respected community health organization.
Compensation context
- Posted range on this job
- $239k–$381k
- Median physician midpoint, nationwide
- $265,000
- 159 openings with a range
- Median midpoint in Alabama
- $270,000
- 6 openings with a range
Figures are posted ranges on current searches, recomputed hourly, not survey estimates. See physician salary by state →
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Read the full physician job guide →Frequently asked questions
- Is this Medical Director position in Huntsville, Alabama still open?
- Yes. This page comes from a live search MedStaff Nationwide is running for a client, and it is taken down the day the position fills. The search was posted on October 14, 2026.
- What does this physician job pay?
- The employer attached a range of $239k–$381k to this search. A posted range is the starting point, not the offer; sign-on, loan repayment, relocation, and CME are negotiated on top. For context, the median posted midpoint across 159 current physician openings nationwide is $265,000.
- Is there a fee to apply through MedStaff Nationwide?
- No. The hiring organization pays our fee, never you. You work with one recruiter for the whole search, and nothing is sent to the employer without your permission.
- How long does it take to get licensed in Alabama?
- To practice in Alabama you'll need an active Alabama medical license (or eligibility through pathways such as the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, where applicable). Your MedStaff recruiter walks you through Alabama's specific licensing requirements and typical timelines as part of the placement process.
- What happens after I apply?
- The recruiter running this search calls you, usually within one business day, to confirm fit, answer the questions the posting leaves out, and set up the first interview if you want to move forward.
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Contact a RecruiterPosted 10/14/2026