Primary Care Physician, Pod Leader

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced and collaborative Primary Care Physician, Pod Leader to provide comprehensive primary care services while leading an interdisciplinary care team. This role offers the opportunity to combine direct patient care with clinical leadership, supporting high-quality outcomes for a diverse patient population with a strong emphasis on geriatric and value-based care.

As a Pod Leader, you will work closely with Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care, improve patient outcomes, and foster a collaborative team environment. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $275,000 to $330,000 annually based on experience and the opportunity to play a key leadership role within an innovative healthcare organization.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in one of the following specialties:
  • Internal Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Geriatrics
• Active and unrestricted state medical license.
• Current DEA registration and applicable Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) certification.
• Eligible for enrollment to provide services to Medicare and Medi-Cal participants.
• CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred; required within 180 days of hire if not already certified.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of clinical experience in primary care.
• Experience working within an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) care model.
• Experience leading or collaborating with Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs).

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience in primary care with a focus on geriatric medicine and is passionate about delivering patient-centered, value-based care. This individual will possess strong leadership skills, thrive in a team-based environment, and demonstrate a commitment to improving health outcomes for aging populations.

Leadership Expectations

We are seeking a physician leader who can:

• Provide exceptional primary care services while supporting team performance and development.
• Collaborate effectively within an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) model.
• Mentor and support Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and clinical staff.
• Promote quality improvement initiatives and patient-centered care delivery.
• Build strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

Tap Healthcare Solutions partners with healthcare organizations to connect physicians with opportunities that support both clinical excellence and leadership development.

This role offers the opportunity to combine hands-on patient care with meaningful leadership responsibilities while making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the communities served.