Family Practice - Without OB Physician

Step into a high-impact leadership role where clinical expertise meets population health strategy. We re seeking a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician to serve as an Associate Medical Director for a managed care organization in Dallas, TX. This is a 13-week locum assignment with a strong pathway to permanent placement, starting fully remote and transitioning to a hybrid model upon conversion to permanent. In this role, you ll provide hands-on clinical oversight, guide utilization management decisions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective care for members while influencing policy, quality, and system-wide improvement initiatives.Why You ll Love This RoleCompetitive pay rateComprehensive malpractice coverageFully remote during locums; hybrid upon permanent hireLeadership opportunity with real influence on care deliveryMission-driven work focused on quality, value-based careKey ResponsibilitiesReview prior authorizations and appeals for medical necessityConduct peer-to-peer reviews to support utilization managementProvide clinical oversight across utilization, disease, quality, and pharmacy managementContribute to medical policies, clinical guidelines, and evidence-based standardsAnalyze provider performance data and support credentialing and compliance reviewsAssist with fraud, waste, and abuse clinical oversightParticipate in state and local clinical activities and committeesLead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and outcomesSupport provider and member education and health promotion effortsRequired QualificationsBoard Certified in Family MedicineActive Texas license or willingness to obtainManaged care and prior authorization experienceFamiliarity with Texas Medicaid regulationsClean malpractice and license historyStrong leadership, communication, and decision-making skillsAdditional NotesLocum-to-permanent opportunityNot open to visa candidatesLapsed board certifications not acceptedIf you re passionate about managed care, population health, and making a system-level impact this role offers the flexibility, compensation, and leadership platform to take your career to the next level in Dallas, TX.