Legacy Care

Legacy Care, an independent medical group renowned for delivering exemplary patient care across Virginia, is seeking a full‑time Medical Director to lead our Portsmouth, VA team. Our group is particularly focused on providing high‑quality care within post‑acute settings. We prioritize patient‑centered care, ensuring personalized healthcare experiences that meet the diverse needs of our patients across the continuum of care. As part of Legacy Care, clinicians enjoy clinical autonomy, an expert support team, and a healthy work‑life balance.

Role Overview: Medical DirectorThe Medical Director will provide clinical and operational leadership for post‑acute care services in Portsmouth, VA. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence care delivery, mentor clinical staff, and partner with facility leadership to improve resident outcomes. The successful candidate will oversee quality and compliance, foster multidisciplinary collaboration, and support initiatives that enhance patient safety and satisfaction.

Benefits For Our Medical Director

• Leadership position with the ability to shape clinical practice and quality initiatives
• Full‑time schedule with flexible options to support work‑life balance
• Competitive compensation
• Clinical autonomy supported by a multidisciplinary team
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Access to discounted medical malpractice insurance
• Administrative and credentialing support to streamline clinical practice
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic clinical leadership and vision for medical services across assigned facilities
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centered care in post‑acute and long‑term care settings
• Collaborate with nursing and facility leadership to develop and implement clinical policies and protocols
• Lead quality improvement activities, monitor clinical performance metrics and implement corrective action as needed
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards and best practice guidelines
• Support multidisciplinary care planning, participate in case reviews and provide physician mentorship
• Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for accurate documentation, reporting and continuity of care
• Provide timely medical oversight for acute clinical changes and escalation decisions
  
  

Qualifications And Required Skills

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board‑certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or related specialty
• Active, unrestricted Virginia medical license and current DEA registration
• Proven clinical experience in post‑acute, long‑term care, geriatrics or a related field preferred
• Previous leadership or medical director experience desirable
• Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills
• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and evidence‑based practice
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Legacy Care is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and treats all candidates with respect.

Legacy Care’s independent medical group remains dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in post‑acute settings across Virginia. Our mission is to personalize healthcare experiences and support clinicians with the tools, autonomy and collaborative environment needed to provide outstanding care.