Medical Director Jobs in California
Medical Director jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in managed care, hospital systems, integrated health networks, and biotech-adjacent clinical operations at every level from first-time physician leaders through seasoned executive directors. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the deepest hiring markets, anchored by large employers like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Utilization management, population health, and oncology are the specialties drawing the heaviest recruitment activity right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact
Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be – on your patients.
Join the Vituity Team.Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 9,000 Vituity clinicians. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.
Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
The Opportunity
- Communicate and champion Vituity’s purpose, mission, vision, values, culture of brilliance, and strategy, ensuring widespread understanding and alignment.
- Assure compliance with all Vituity requirements and policies and communicate those requirements to all Vituity providers.
- Monitor current and future healthcare and economic trends. Assess their potential impact on the practice and local geographic region.
- Strategize and execute a comprehensive annual practice management plan that sets clear goals and objectives, continuously surpassing expectations and delivering value to patients, clients, providers, and the local community.
- Spearhead the local site's administrative management team, meticulously selecting team members and aligning their responsibilities to drive the achievement of practice goals.
- Demonstrate unwavering mastery of Vituity policies and fiduciary obligations, ensuring strict adherence from all providers.
- Exemplify Vituity's Partnership Principles by fostering open communication and transparent decision-making, such as conducting annual reviews of administrative stipends and scheduling preferences.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of hospital expectations and rigorously uphold compliance with all contract terms.
- Monitor operational and quality metrics and implement Vituity initiatives and operational programs to continually improve performance.
- Continuously assess and improve operational processes, leveraging technology and best practices to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
- Monitor site financial performance and identify and create new areas for growth and revenue.
- Develop an expertise and understanding of the yearly budget, financial performance measures and monitoring systems, and billing and reimbursement issues / systems.
- Improve patient census and billing practice statistics to optimize reimbursement for the practice.
- Maintain awareness and interactions with payers such as significant IPA’s, Medical Groups, Foundations, ACO’s associated with the hospital / health system.
- Execute efficient recruitment, onboarding, and training processes for new providers, ensuring the practice is staffed with highly qualified professionals.
- Provide learning and development opportunities and mentoring to providers and staff to enhance their clinical acumen, leadership skills and overall professional growth.
- Evaluate the performance of physicians and PA / NPs in compliance with Vituity policies and guidelines.
- Monitor physician competencies with progressive improvement using appropriate metrics. Counsel, suspend, or remove staff from the schedule as necessary in compliance with Vituity polices / guidelines.
- Actively participate in contract negotiations in conjunction with the Regional Director.
- Develop, foster, and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with hospital leadership, nursing staff and other healthcare team members.
- Ensure practice is appropriately represented and demonstrates their value through leadership roles (as applicable) and/or participation with hospital management, medical staff leadership, Medical Executive, Medical Staff and other hospital committees, and within the local community.
- Licensed physician as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited medical school and completion of residency through an accredited residency program required.
- Maintain membership and privileges on Hospital’s medical staff and comply with and abide by the bylaws, rules and regulations, and the policies and procedures of Hospital’s medical staff where services are being provided required.
- Physician Partnership status required.
- Five (5) years or more experience in a leadership role required.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Superior clinical skills.
- Interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to motivate a team.
- Project Management.
- Effectively collaborate with diverse individuals and multiple locations.
- Relationship building.
- Technical skills.
- Strong accounting and finance understanding.
Saint Agnes Medical Center – Fresno, California
- Level III Trauma Center.
- 436-bed facility with a closed ICU.
- 18-20 encounters per day.
- No procedures or vent management required.
- Specialized services including Advanced Interventional Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, Interventional Radiology, and more.
- Integrated Vituity Hospitalist and ER teams provide a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Fresno, California, is a vibrant city in the heart of the Central Valley, offering a mix of urban amenities and access to natural beauty.
- Known for its proximity to iconic landmarks like Yosemite National Park and Sequoia National Park, Fresno provides outdoor enthusiasts with endless opportunities for hiking, camping, and exploring giant sequoias.
- The city is rich in culture, with attractions such as the Fresno Art Museum, Forestiere Underground Gardens, and vibrant local markets.
- Residents enjoy a warm Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters, perfect for year-round outdoor activities.
- The cost of living is affordable compared to coastal cities, and the community boasts excellent schools, local events, and a welcoming atmosphere.
- Fresno’s central location offers easy access to nearby cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, making it a prime place for both work and play.
Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.
- Superior Health Plan Options
- Dental, Vision, HSA, life and ADD coverage, and more
- Partnership models allows a K-1 status pay structure, allowing high tax deductions
- Extraordinary 401K Plan with high tax reduction and faster balance growth
- Eligible to receive an Annual Profit Distribution/yearly cash bonus
- EAP and travel assistance included
- Student loan refinancing discounts
- Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees
We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.
Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.
- Visa status applicants benefits vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more details.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Director Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- DESORT STAFFING32

- Sutter Health16

- Concentra15

- Carbon Health12

- Revolution Medicines10

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services36
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals25
- Consumer Goods5
- Education2
- Insurance2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across California.
- Active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California required
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school with completed residency training
- Board certification in a relevant specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA
- Minimum of several years of clinical practice experience in the applicable specialty area
- Prior leadership, administrative, or quality improvement experience in a healthcare setting
- Familiarity with California health regulations, DMHC standards, and NCQA accreditation processes
Medical Director Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical director in California?
You become a medical director in California by first obtaining an active California Medical License through the Medical Board of California, which requires a medical degree, completed residency, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX. Most employers also require board certification in a relevant specialty. From there, candidates build toward the role through clinical leadership positions, quality improvement committees, or medical management roles, often completing an MBA or medical management credential to strengthen their administrative profile.
Which companies hire medical directors in California?
Employers hiring medical directors in California right now include DESORT STAFFING, Sutter Health, and Concentra, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems, managed care organizations, and biotech companies means openings are distributed across both clinical and corporate settings.
Which California cities have the most medical director jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Sacramento have the most medical director openings in California. Los Angeles concentrates the largest share due to its scale of hospital systems and managed care plans, while San Francisco draws demand from integrated networks and health-tech companies headquartered in the Bay Area, and San Diego reflects the strength of its biotech and life sciences sector, which supports a steady need for clinical leadership.
Are there remote medical director jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because many medical director roles require on-site clinical oversight, committee attendance, or facility rounding. About 47% of medical director openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that some employers do allow flexibility. The functions most likely to be performed remotely are utilization management, case review, and payer-side medical policy roles.
How can I get hired as a medical director in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a physician leadership role, such as medical staff president, department chief, or associate medical director, before stepping into a full medical director title. Large California health systems like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run physician leadership development programs that prepare clinicians for administrative roles. Earning a certificate in healthcare management or completing an MBA positions candidates competitively, as does taking on quality improvement or utilization review responsibilities within a current clinical role.
Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in California?
You can find and apply to medical director jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your specialty and leadership background, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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