Primary Care Physician, Concierge Medicine

Private Medical has spent the last 20 years creating a new category of concierge medicine
private medicine by designing a system that honors the relationship between patients, physicians, and each member of the care team.

Based in California, New York, and Florida our physician-led teams work in concert with our Gynecologist, Naturopathic Medicine Doctor, curated local specialists, elite medical centers, and specialists around the world, to provide relationship focused, evidence-based, longitudinal care to our members/patients and their families. Private Medical is, by design, privately held and free from any conflicts of interests.

Overview:

In this role you will work within a high-quality, highly communicative/collaborative, and team-based architecture to oversee the comprehensive health and well-being of patients. Physicians will participate in regular huddles with their team to proactively identify health care issues and orchestrate a plan of care with the assistance of their team and the support of an entire organization.

In joining our membership-based practice, our Physicians have the unique opportunity to provide an unparalleled patient experience while enjoying the following:

• Limited panel of 100 patients per physician
  to enable deep relationships and understanding of individuals and their families
• A dedicated clinical support team
  consisting of a Registered Nurse as well as a Patient Care Administrator trained to provide five-star service to our members
• Access to Gynecologist and Naturopathic Medicine Doctor within Private Medical
• Clinical autonomy to advise patients based on an understanding of the biology and their values
• Access to renowned academic medical centers and specialists around the world
• Continual communication and collaboration with trusted and respected colleagues
• Compensation arc for successful Private Medical physicians is at the top end for any primary care doctor and competitive with most sub-specialists
• Generous benefits, including flexible time off, health insurance, personal growth & development stipend, full malpractice coverage, and CME stipend
• Time flexibility whereby you create your schedule based on your patients needs and your commitments
• A group of 25 phenomenal colleagues (Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Family Medicine physicians) situated in San Francisco, Menlo Park, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami who communicate and collaborate regularly

What will you be doing in this role?

• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with patients
• Manage chronic and acute illness and injuries
• Provide well checks and house calls
• Be available after-hours by phone for patient communication and care
• Track and review normal physical development as well as psychological well-being
• Establish an outstanding relationships with and lead a team comprised of a Registered Nurse and Patient Care Administrator
• Create personalized reports for patients to help them and the team navigate their health goals and care

What are we looking for?

• Education level: Graduate of four-year accredited medical school
• Medical Training: Complete residency in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Medicine-Pediatrics program
• Experience:
  Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed M.D.
• Preference: Work experience includes longitudinal primary care. Have trained or worked in an academic medical center
• Specific skills:
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Advanced computer literacy, primarily with iOS
• Experience with EHR-based medical record keeping
• Ability to work effectively with and through teams

About you:

• Proven track record of providing extraordinary patient care and customer service
• Enthusiasm in working in collaborative teams
• Excellent ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure
• High emotional intelligence and ability to create and maintain relationships
• Intellectual humility and the ability to communicate compassionately
• Licensed MD in the state of California
• Current BLS certification

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary with room for growth
• 401(k) with a match (up to 3% of salary)
• CME reimbursement
• Fringe benefits via reimbursement for work wardrobe and personal wellness and growth purchases (e.g., clothing for work, gym membership, fitness classes, wellness related purchases etc)
• Robust health benefits with a variety of plan options. For our baseline medical, dental, and vision plans Private Medical covers 100% of premiums for the physician and their spouse (or domestic partner) and their dependents.
• Generous time off to support physician work/life balance
• ...and most importantly more time to provide outstanding care for patients and work with great colleagues!

What is the interview process for this role?

Thank you for your interest in joining Private Medical! We believe the interview process should be as transparent, thoughtful, and engaging as the care we provide to our members.

Throughout the process, you'll be working closely withme, Leah,who will serve as your primary point of contact along with our CMO, Dr. Popiel. We look forward to getting to know you and helping guide you through each step of the candidate journey!

Our interview process includes:

Application Review
Once we receive your CV, our team will carefully review your experience, clinical background, and qualifications. If your background aligns with what we're seeking, we'll reach out to schedule an introductory conversation.

Initial Conversation with our Chief Medical Officer
This conversation is an opportunity for us to learn more about your clinical experience, approach to patient care, career goals, and what you're looking for in your next opportunity. It's also a chance for you to learn more about Private Medical, our physician model, culture, and the role itself.

Leadership Interview with our CEO and Co-Founder
Selected candidates will meet with our CEO and one of our Co-Founders to discuss the broader vision of Private Medical, our commitment to exceptional patient care, and the values that guide our organization. This conversation is designed to explore mutual alignment around leadership, culture, growth, and what it means to practice medicine in a highly personalized care model.

Team Interviews
We believe physician recruitment is a collaborative process. Candidates will have the opportunity to meet key members of our clinical and operational leadership teams, gain insight into how we work together across disciplines, and better understand the patient experience we strive to deliver every day. Finalists will be invited to spend time onsite with members of our care team, including physicians, registered nurses, and patient care administrators. This visit provides an opportunity to experience our practice environment firsthand, observe how our teams collaborate, and gain a deeper understanding of the Private Medical model and culture.

References & Final Discussions
As we approach the final stages of the process, we may request professional references and continue discussions regarding practice location, patient panel opportunities, onboarding, and long-term career goals.

We understand that interviewing is a significant investment of your time. Our commitment is to provide thoughtful communication, timely updates, and a respectful, transparent experience throughout the process. We view the interview process as a two-way conversation and encourage candidates to ask questions and evaluate whether Private Medical is the right fit for them as much as we evaluate whether they are the right fit for us.

At Private Medical, we know that a great experience for patients, physicians, and the entire team transpires when people from different geographies, religions, ethnicities, political affiliations, genders, abilities, and creeds engage in collaboration. It is vital that we remain curious and compassionate towards ourselves and others, that we celebrate the new perspectives diversity invites us to see, and that we learn and adapt to the influence of our community to foster a safe and collaborative space.