Medical Director Jobs in Georgia
Medical Director jobs in Georgia are among the most actively recruited senior clinical leadership roles in the state, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, managed care organizations, insurance and utilization management, and large physician group practices across the full spectrum from associate medical director up to regional and corporate chief medical officer. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta account for the largest share of postings, and established employers such as Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and UnitedHealth Group maintain consistent medical director hiring across Georgia. The most in-demand specialties are utilization management, population health, behavioral health, and primary care quality leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Doctors Hospital of Augusta (DHOA) is a comprehensive healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Columbia County and surrounding communities. Our freestanding emergency department (FSED) is a critical part of our organization, serving a wide range of medical conditions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and collaborative medical director to join our emergency medicine (EM) leadership team. This individual will oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the FSED, provide medical leadership, improve patient care quality, and help drive performance metrics and departmental goals. As part of the ED leadership team, the medical director will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, staff and administration to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of emergency services.
Medical Director Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Lead and mentor team
- Participate in the effective management of the emergency department to ensure core goals are maintained
- Drive department production and metrics
- Participation in TeamHealth and hospital leadership meetings
About the Role
- 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a)
- Anticipated patient volume: ~10.2 annual/28 ADE
- Beds: 11 with 1 dedicated trauma bay
- EMR: Meditech
About the FSED
The Columbia County FSED is a full-service emergency department staffed by board certified/board eligible EM physicians 24/7 with advancing imaging capability including POC labs, CT, XR, and US. It serves as an extension of Doctors Hospital of Augusta which is located 4 miles away and is a state-of-the-art hospital, boasting 350 hospital beds and equipped with the latest technology and resources to deliver exceptional medical services to our community.
The FSED medical director will be part of a highly functioning team that values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning. Your expertise and leadership will help shape the future of Doctors Hospital of Augusta.
Qualified candidates must be board certified ABEM/AOBEM with several years of direct leadership experience in a similar community setting.
Interested in learning more? Apply today!
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Benefits
- Competitive administrative stipend and clinical compensation
- Access to leadership development programs
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth Institute
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program
About the City
Augusta is located at the fall line of the Savannah River, at the head of its navigable portion. Augusta is the principal city of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the third-largest city and the second-largest metro area in the state after Atlanta. It is best known for hosting The Masters golf tournament each spring, and is full of southern charm. Downtown Augusta boasts a thriving arts and food scene, with fabulous festivals, shopping, and restaurants.
Job Description
Doctors Hospital of Augusta (DHOA) is a comprehensive healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Columbia County and surrounding communities. Our freestanding emergency department (FSED) is a critical part of our organization, serving a wide range of medical conditions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and collaborative medical director to join our emergency medicine (EM) leadership team. This individual will oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the FSED, provide medical leadership, improve patient care quality, and help drive performance metrics and departmental goals. As part of the ED leadership team, the medical director will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, staff and administration to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of emergency services.
Medical Director Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Lead and mentor team
- Participate in the effective management of the emergency department to ensure core goals are maintained
- Drive department production and metrics
- Participation in TeamHealth and hospital leadership meetings
About the Role
- 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a)
- Anticipated patient volume: ~10.2 annual/28 ADE
- Beds: 11 with 1 dedicated trauma bay
- EMR: Meditech
About the FSED
The Columbia County FSED is a full-service emergency department staffed by board certified/board eligible EM physicians 24/7 with advancing imaging capability including POC labs, CT, XR, and US. It serves as an extension of Doctors Hospital of Augusta which is located 4 miles away and is a state-of-the-art hospital, boasting 350 hospital beds and equipped with the latest technology and resources to deliver exceptional medical services to our community.
The FSED medical director will be part of a highly functioning team that values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning. Your expertise and leadership will help shape the future of Doctors Hospital of Augusta.
Qualified candidates must be board certified ABEM/AOBEM with several years of direct leadership experience in a similar community setting.
Interested in learning more? Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
Benefits
- Competitive administrative stipend and clinical compensation
- Access to leadership development programs
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth Institute
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program
About the City
Augusta is located at the fall line of the Savannah River, at the head of its navigable portion. Augusta is the principal city of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the third-largest city and the second-largest metro area in the state after Atlanta. It is best known for hosting The Masters golf tournament each spring, and is full of southern charm. Downtown Augusta boasts a thriving arts and food scene, with fabulous festivals, shopping, and restaurants.
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across Georgia.
- Active, unrestricted Georgia medical license issued by the Georgia Composite Medical Board
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school with board certification in a relevant specialty
- Minimum five years of clinical practice experience in the relevant specialty area
- Prior leadership experience such as department chair, CMO, or associate medical director role
- Familiarity with CMS, Joint Commission, or NCQA accreditation standards applicable in Georgia
- Strong working knowledge of quality improvement methodologies such as LEAN or Six Sigma
Medical Director Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical director in Georgia?
To become a medical director in Georgia, you need an active, unrestricted medical license issued by the Georgia Composite Medical Board, which requires graduation from an accredited MD or DO program, completion of residency training, and board certification in your specialty. Most employers also expect several years of clinical practice before stepping into a directorship. Leadership exposure through department committee work, quality improvement projects, or an associate medical director role at a Georgia hospital or group practice is the most direct path upward.
Which companies hire medical directors in Georgia?
Employers hiring medical directors in Georgia right now include Centurion Health, Gentiva, and Concentra, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's concentration of large integrated health systems, managed care plans, and growing ambulatory networks means medical director openings appear across both clinical and administrative tracks throughout the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most medical director jobs?
Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah have the most medical director openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of the density of major health systems, insurance carriers, and corporate healthcare headquarters in the metro, while Augusta's medical director activity is driven largely by Augusta University Health and the Veterans Affairs medical center, and Savannah reflects the growing regional presence of Optim Health System and Memorial Health.
Are there remote medical director jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many medical director roles still require on-site clinical oversight, rounding, or staff credentialing. About 42% of medical director openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote positions most often found in utilization management, insurance medical review, and population health analytics rather than in hospital or clinic leadership.
How can I get hired as a medical director in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an associate medical director or physician advisor role, which large Georgia employers such as Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, and Anthem's Georgia division post specifically for physicians transitioning into leadership. Gaining ABQAURP certification in utilization management or completing a physician leadership program through the Medical Association of Georgia strengthens a candidacy considerably. Starting in a quality, patient safety, or peer review committee at your current Georgia hospital or group practice gives you the documented leadership record most search committees require before considering a directorship.
Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to medical director jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your specialty and leadership background, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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