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Associate Center Clinical Director – Primary Care | Value-Based Care | Ferguson, MO | $341K

3/31/2026

The Associate Center Clinical Director oversees clinical operations, managing and mentoring Clinical Directors while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and performance metrics. This role combines executive-level leadership with direct patient care responsibilities.

Salary

214000 - 306000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.
About the Role

Description

Associate Center Clinical Director – Primary Care | Value-Based Care | Ferguson, MO | $341K
Outpatient Leadership | Physician-Led Model | Clinical Operations | Market Leadership

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-banzhaf-bb7a17a4
Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an Associate Center Clinical Director in Ferguson, Missouri. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a physician-led, value-based care organization focused on senior populations, clinical outcomes, and operational performance.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Associate Center Clinical Director oversees clinical operations within an assigned market, directly managing and mentoring Clinical Directors while ensuring alignment with organizational goals, performance metrics, and patient outcomes. This role combines executive-level leadership with direct patient care responsibilities.

SCHEDULE
• Full-time leadership role
• Primarily weekday schedule
• Combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities

COMPENSATION
• Salary Range: $238,832 – $341,189
• Performance-based incentive opportunities available
• Executive-level compensation structure

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee Clinical Directors within assigned market
• Drive accountability for clinical outcomes, quality metrics, and operational performance
• Manage performance, culture, and provider development
• Mentor and develop physicians, NPs, and clinical leaders
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding providers
• Collaborate with executive leadership including Regional President
• Maintain partial patient panel (~20%) providing direct care
• Build relationships with hospitals, specialists, and community partners
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and performance reviews

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY
• Executive-level leadership within a physician-led organization
• Value-based care model focused on outcomes over volume
• Strong leadership development and growth pathway
• High-impact role influencing clinical performance and outcomes

BENEFITS
• Competitive executive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing Medical Education support
• Leadership development opportunities

CARE MODEL
• Value-based primary care focused on Medicare population
• Team-based interdisciplinary care delivery
• Emphasis on prevention, chronic disease management, and outcomes

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Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.

Requirements

• MD or DO REQUIRED
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or similar specialty REQUIRED
• Active Missouri Medical License REQUIRED or ability to obtain
• Active DEA REQUIRED

• Minimum 2+ years clinical experience REQUIRED
• Leadership experience (Medical Director, Clinical Director, or equivalent) STRONGLY PREFERRED
• Value-based care / managed care experience REQUIRED
• MUST have experience driving clinical outcomes, quality metrics, and patient panel performance
• MUST be comfortable leading physicians, NPs, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to travel up to 30% REQUIRED

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many physicians prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.

Key Skills
Clinical OperationsLeadershipMentoringRecruitingPatient CareQuality ImprovementValue-Based CareManaged CareTeam ManagementPerformance MetricsChronic Disease ManagementInterdisciplinary CareOperational PerformanceClinical OutcomesProvider DevelopmentCommunity Partnerships
Categories
HealthcareManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHolidaysContinuing Medical Education SupportLeadership Development Opportunities
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