The posting
ABOUT MATTER HEALTH
Matter Health delivers primary and preventive healthcare directly to older adults living in public housing communities.
Our mission is simple: to improve healthcare access by meeting patients where they are and building trusted relationships within the communities we serve. We are rapidly expanding across the Northeast and building a team of mission-driven professionals who thrive in fast-paced, people-centered environments.
We Lead with Love in Everything We Do.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Matter Health is seeking an experienced and strategic Regional Medical Director to provide physician leadership across our Detroit and Chicago markets. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with operational and clinical leaders to support care delivery, elevate provider performance, advance quality initiatives, and drive ongoing market growth.
Our physicians serve older adults residing in affordable housing communities—many of whom face significant barriers to accessing healthcare. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven physician leader, passionate about improving outcomes for underserved populations and supporting providers and clinical teams across multiple markets.
As Regional Medical Director, you will be a key clinical leader, charged with ensuring exceptional care delivery while advancing clinical strategy, provider engagement, operational excellence, and patient outcomes. This highly collaborative position is ideal for a physician leader who enjoys team-building, process improvement, and championing healthcare innovation in community-based settings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight across assigned Chicago or Detroit markets
- Partner with Operations, Clinical, and Executive leadership to support growth initiatives and strategic objectives
- Mentor, develop, and support physicians and advanced practice providers
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and champion high-quality patient care
- Assist in developing, standardizing, and optimizing clinical workflows, protocols, and best practices
- Monitor clinical performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve patient outcomes and operational effectiveness
- Support provider recruitment, onboarding, and retention
- Participate in clinical program development and implementation
- Serve as a clinical ambassador and leader within Matter Health communities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Active MD or DO license
- Board certification required
- 5+ years of physician leadership experience preferred
- Experience leading providers or managing multi-site healthcare operations strongly preferred
- Background in value-based care, population health, primary care, or community-based healthcare is a plus
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Proven success driving operational improvements and clinical initiatives
- Experience leading through growth, change, and organizational expansion
- Willingness to travel throughout the Chicago or Detroit region as needed (approximately 25–40%)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-market or regional leadership experience
- Experience serving underserved or senior populations
- Medicare Advantage or value-based care experience
- Familiarity collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Passion for serving vulnerable, underserved, or aging populations
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships across clinical and operational settings
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Partnering effectively with Regional Operations leadership to drive market performance
- Supporting and developing physicians and advanced practice providers across assigned markets
- Improving quality, patient outcomes, and provider engagement
- Helping to scale Matter Health’s integrated care model throughout the Southeast
- Serving as a trusted clinical leader, balancing operational excellence with compassionate, patient-centered care
WHY MATTER HEALTH
We believe that where someone lives should never determine the care they receive. Every team member at Matter Health plays an essential role in improving healthcare access for older adults historically underserved by traditional healthcare systems. This is not just our mission statement—it’s the work we do every day.
We Lead with Love in Everything We Do.
WORKING AT MATTER HEALTH
We are committed to supporting the whole person—at work and beyond. Full-time team member benefits begin the first of the month following your start date.
Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-funded HSA options
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Voluntary illness, accident, and hospitalization coverage
- Access to Matter Health’s in-person and virtual care services
Financial Security
- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) with company match beginning at day 60
- Access to financial wellness resources and support
Time Away
- Up to 4 weeks of PTO
- 10 paid company holidays
- 2 volunteer days annually to support causes meaningful to you
Professional Growth
- Annual CME allowance for continuing education and certifications
- Dedicated paid CME days for conferences and professional development
- Opportunity to work within an innovative, community-based healthcare model
- Collaborative interdisciplinary clinical support team
Eligibility is based on full-time employment status. Additional details will be shared during the interview process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Matter Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to creating an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported.
