Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota
Commonwealth Medical Services· West - Monument Health
About this role
Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO)
Position Summary
The Internal Medicine Medical Director provides clinical leadership and oversight for internal medicine services while maintaining an active clinical practice. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, evidence-based patient care; advancing quality, safety, and operational performance; and supporting physician engagement, professional development, and alignment with organizational goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership
- Provide medical leadership and direction for internal medicine physicians and advanced practice providers
- Maintain an active clinical practice in internal medicine (outpatient, inpatient, or mixed, as applicable)
- Promote evidence-based clinical standards, best practices, and consistent care delivery
Quality, Safety, and Performance
- Lead quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical outcomes initiatives
- Monitor and improve clinical performance metrics, patient satisfaction, and utilization
- Support compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Operational and Administrative Oversight
- Collaborate with operational leadership on clinic or service line efficiency, access, and workflow optimization
- Participate in strategic planning, program development, and service line growth
- Assist with provider scheduling, staffing models, and resource allocation
- Support implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and care pathways
Physician and APP Leadership
- Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain internal medicine providers
- Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Provide performance feedback, coaching, and support for professional development
- Participate in peer review and credentialing processes as required
Collaboration and Communication
- Serve as a liaison between internal medicine providers and administrative leadership
- Collaborate with specialty services, care management, nursing leadership, and ancillary departments
- Support care coordination and transitions across the continuum of care
Education and Innovation
- Support clinical education, quality improvement education, and practice transformation initiatives
- Participate in teaching or academic activities if applicable to the organization
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program
- Board-certified in Internal Medicine
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
- Demonstrated leadership experience or formal training in medical leadership preferred
- DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
- Strong clinical expertise in internal medicine
- Proven leadership, team-building, and change-management skills
- Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
- Ability to balance clinical, administrative, and strategic responsibilities
- Knowledge of healthcare quality, safety, and regulatory standards
- Commitment to patient-centered, value-based care
Work Environment
- Outpatient clinics, hospital inpatient units, or combined settings depending on practice model
- Schedule includes a mix of clinical care, administrative leadership duties, and meetings
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical and administrative environments
- Manual dexterity for examinations and clinical tasks
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient care, documentation, and meetings
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services located?
This Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota role at Commonwealth Medical Services is based in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota role at Commonwealth Medical Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota role in the West - Monument Health department at Commonwealth Medical Services.
Which team or department does the Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota at Commonwealth Medical Services belong to?
This Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota position is part of the West - Monument Health department at Commonwealth Medical Services. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
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When was the Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota job at Commonwealth Medical Services posted?
This Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services was posted on Jan 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Internal Medicine Medical Director (MD/DO) - South Dakota
Commonwealth Medical Services
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