Senior Level Doctor of Nursing Practice Jobs
Senior level doctor of nursing practice jobs place experienced clinicians in positions of full ownership over advanced practice programs, quality initiatives, and the interprofessional teams that deliver patient outcomes. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote settings, and employers like University Of Washington, The Mannik & Smith Group, and Langan Engineering and Environmental Services hiring at this level now.
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Base Pay: $232,200.00 - $325,080.00
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the Medical Director will oversee the health care services in his/her department; assure quality care, resolution of patient concerns, strive for department profitability; while leading and managing the clinical team. With the support of the Senior Director of Clinical Operations (SDCO), he/she will manage work performance of support staff to include training, staff development, work distribution, performance appraisals, adherence to clinic policies and procedures, work schedule, and praise or disciplinary procedures. Identify and implement changes in clinic policy and procedures in consultation with the CMO. Develop and monitor department budget with the SDCO, CMO, and CEO. Maintain consistent and effective communication with designated liaison areas (i.e. Clinic areas, Front Office, Billing). Conduct staff meetings as appropriate. Assist with CMO responsibilities when CMO is absent.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct patient care
- Provide consultation to PA/NP providers
- Oversee the quality and safety of health care services provided in his/her department
- Manage the clinical staff of assigned department or programs
- Ensure that in the absence of a primary care provider that a mechanism is established so that a physician is available to review lab and x-ray reports; prescriptions and follow-up medical care is accomplished
- Ensures adequate continuity of care through coordinated coverage by medical staff. Provides a process for proper supervision of new clinician staff. Monitor the performance of a new provider in the clinic during a set introductory period
- Monitors clinical and quality data of all department clinicians, giving periodic feedback on attainment of quality goals.
- Develop corrective action plans as needed.
- Lead the annual evaluations of department clinicians
- Represents the interest of the department medical staff to management and management to department medical staff
- Participate in meetings of the medical provider staff to ensure appropriate information exchange; recommendations and decision-making on issues of clinical significance; recommendations from the provider staff on management issues
- Ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations and standards of practice, including OSHA, CLIA, patient care, employee health and coding and billing
- Participate as part of centers’ management team
- Comply with center’s policies and procedures
- Conduct staff meetings as appropriate
- Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Experience working in a clinical non-profit environment
- Experience as a licensed physician or PA/NP
- Knowledge consistent with a licensed physician or PA/NP
- Strong ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, staff and patients
- Ability to work collaboratively with management to meet center goals and objectives
- Satisfactory role model and possesses satisfactory leadership skills for position held
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Board Certified Physician or Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
- Licensed in the State of California without any limitations on license to practice in area of specialty
PREFERRED
- Previous management skills in a similar position
Base Pay: $232,200.00 - $325,080.00
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the Medical Director will oversee the health care services in his/her department; assure quality care, resolution of patient concerns, strive for department profitability; while leading and managing the clinical team. With the support of the Senior Director of Clinical Operations (SDCO), he/she will manage work performance of support staff to include training, staff development, work distribution, performance appraisals, adherence to clinic policies and procedures, work schedule, and praise or disciplinary procedures. Identify and implement changes in clinic policy and procedures in consultation with the CMO. Develop and monitor department budget with the SDCO, CMO, and CEO. Maintain consistent and effective communication with designated liaison areas (i.e. Clinic areas, Front Office, Billing). Conduct staff meetings as appropriate. Assist with CMO responsibilities when CMO is absent.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct patient care
- Provide consultation to PA/NP providers
- Oversee the quality and safety of health care services provided in his/her department
- Manage the clinical staff of assigned department or programs
- Ensure that in the absence of a primary care provider that a mechanism is established so that a physician is available to review lab and x-ray reports; prescriptions and follow-up medical care is accomplished
- Ensures adequate continuity of care through coordinated coverage by medical staff. Provides a process for proper supervision of new clinician staff. Monitor the performance of a new provider in the clinic during a set introductory period
- Monitors clinical and quality data of all department clinicians, giving periodic feedback on attainment of quality goals.
- Develop corrective action plans as needed.
- Lead the annual evaluations of department clinicians
- Represents the interest of the department medical staff to management and management to department medical staff
- Participate in meetings of the medical provider staff to ensure appropriate information exchange; recommendations and decision-making on issues of clinical significance; recommendations from the provider staff on management issues
- Ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations and standards of practice, including OSHA, CLIA, patient care, employee health and coding and billing
- Participate as part of centers’ management team
- Comply with center’s policies and procedures
- Conduct staff meetings as appropriate
- Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Experience working in a clinical non-profit environment
- Experience as a licensed physician or PA/NP
- Knowledge consistent with a licensed physician or PA/NP
- Strong ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, staff and patients
- Ability to work collaboratively with management to meet center goals and objectives
- Satisfactory role model and possesses satisfactory leadership skills for position held
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Board Certified Physician or Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
- Licensed in the State of California without any limitations on license to practice in area of specialty
PREFERRED
- Previous management skills in a similar position
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Who's Hiring
- University Of Washington10
- The Mannik & Smith Group9
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services7
- Kimley-Horn6
- Bohler3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services40
- Education16
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Insurance3
Senior Level Doctor of Nursing Practice Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level doctor of nursing practice job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led advanced practice programs, driven measurable quality or outcomes improvements, and mentored other clinicians. A strong portfolio demonstrating policy development, evidence-based practice leadership, and cross-functional collaboration carries significant weight. Board certification in your specialty, combined with a record of presenting or publishing in your clinical area, gives candidates a clear edge over equally credentialed peers.
Which companies hire senior level doctor of nursing practices?
Companies hiring senior level doctor of nursing practices right now include University Of Washington, The Mannik & Smith Group, and Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to concentrate in large health systems, academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and integrated payer-provider organizations that need advanced practice leaders to anchor clinical programs.
Are there remote senior level doctor of nursing practice jobs?
Yes, though most remote openings are in roles where the clinical or administrative scope allows telehealth delivery, population health management, or health system consulting. About 25% of senior level doctor of nursing practice openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting growing demand for DNP-prepared leaders in virtual care coordination, quality improvement oversight, and clinical education roles that do not require daily bedside presence.
What makes a doctor of nursing practice role senior level?
Senior level doctor of nursing practice roles are defined by autonomous clinical decision-making, ownership of program or service line outcomes, and an expectation that you will mentor and guide other advanced practice providers. These positions involve leading quality improvement initiatives, shaping organizational policy, participating in strategic planning, and serving as the clinical expert other teams rely on, rather than receiving direction from them.
Which industries hire the most senior level doctor of nursing practices?
Senior Level doctor of nursing practice roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the senior level because they operate complex patient populations, face regulatory and quality reporting demands, and need DNP-prepared clinicians who can translate evidence into scalable practice change across large or distributed care teams.