Center Medical Director - Boston

Company: Gather Health
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Who is Gather Health? Gather Health offers primary care with social and home-based support for the communities that need them most. Our approach ensures older adults feel supported to thrive every day. Our unique practice model allows our clinicians to treat the whole patient, and not just their clinical needs. We do this by having a dedicated care team that supports our clinicians by addressing our patients' social determinants of health and providing the highest quality of care possible so that together, we can accomplish our ultimate goal of creating generational health and equity for communities across the country, one patient at a time. Summary of the Center Medical Director Role: The Center Medical Director will provide clinical leadership and strategic oversight for our primary care center, guiding both patient care delivery and operational excellence. Beyond direct patient care, this role carries significant responsibility for utilization management—ensuring our care delivery models optimize outcomes while managing resources effectively. The Medical Director will also lead provider mentorship and training initiatives, fostering professional development across the clinical team and ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and our Social Primary Care model. Working collaboratively with Gather leadership, the Medical Director will serve as the clinical voice in strategic center decisions, quality assurance, and performance metrics. They will establish trusted longitudinal care relationships while leveraging our state-of-the-art technology and care team infrastructure. The Medical Director's "person-first" approach will model how we create both individual and community wellness, setting the clinical culture for the entire center. Why is Working at Gather Health Different? This isn't just another clinical role. We've built a system designed to support our physicians and prevent burnout, allowing you to focus on what matters most: your patients and your clinical team. You Lead a True Care Team : Our model provides you with a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team to manage patient care holistically. This includes "Gather Guides" who connect patients to community resources, and our mobile team of Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics who provide hands-on support in the patient's home. As Medical Director, you'll oversee and mentor this team to ensure seamless, high-quality care delivery. Time and Tools to Do Your Best Work : Our value-based care approach frees you from the fee-for-service treadmill. You'll have the time to build lasting, trusted relationships and to invest in your team's development. You'll be equipped with our proprietary, intuitive technology designed to enhance care in our centers and in patients' homes. A Stable Foundation for Growth : Founded in 2022, we are a well-funded, rapidly growing organization on a mission to impact a critical part of our healthcare system. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling transformative primary care platforms. Backed by leading investors including Maverick Ventures and Khosla, we are building a durable company poised for national expansion. If you are a physician looking to make a meaningful, generational impact while providing clinical leadership in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we invite you to join us. Requirements: Minimum Requirements: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics An active medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or the ability to obtain one prior to start date Clinical proficiency in evidence-based primary care Ability to communicate and connect with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds Proven history of working successfully with EHR and other relevant technologies/tools Strong ethics with the ability to navigate through complex and highly sensitive situations with confidentiality Demonstrated leadership experience and comfort with mentoring other clinicians Desire to be a part of a mission-driven organization with a focus on improving lives and communities Ability to work well with others in a non-hierarchical environment where opinions are welcomed regardless of titles Ability to remain calm when balancing conflicting priorities Preferred Experience: Experience treating older adults in underserved communities with complex social challenges Leadership experience in a primary care setting or value-based care model Background in utilization management, quality metrics, or care optimization Experience mentoring or training other providers

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