Medical Director
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Salary
$250,000
– $290,000
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
417 1st Ave, Seward, Alaska, 99664, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/18/24
Job Purpose
Under the supervision of the Executive Director (ED), the Physician/Medical Director directs all aspects of the provision of medical care at the Seward Community Health Center (SCHC). Provides leadership and supervision to members of the medical and laboratory staff and assures that high quality primary health care is delivered and documented in accordance with state and federal regulations and current professional standards of practice. Advises the ED and Board of Directors regarding medical issues that impact the operational requirements of the Center. Provides primary medical care to patients of all ages at SCHC.
Job Responsibilities
Leads, manages, and supervises the provider team.
Provide clinical direction and oversight to medical providers and assist the Executive Director (ED) in the supervision of medical providers as requested.
Provide leadership to clinical staff and facilitate communication between clinical staff and the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
As requested, and as mutually agreed on a case-by-case basis, serve as the Collaborative Physician for qualified and credentialed Physician Assistants by SCHC employed on either a permanent or locum tenens basis.
Provide clinical and medical input to management, Board, and other SCHC staff members. Provide monthly Medical Director report for the Executive Director and Board.
Assist in the review, development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures, programs and services to improve operational performance, meet patient and community needs, meet FTCA requirements, meet clinical program requirements and Patient Centered Medical Home requirements.
Leads the Quality Assurance (QA) and Risk Management Programs at SCHC. Works with the ED, and Clinic Manager, and Administrative Services Manager to help develop and refine SCHC’s QA Plan, clinical policies and protocols, and annual health care plan. Supervises the implementation of these standards and monitors compliance.
Reviews and makes recommendations for approval of all credentialing applications of providers and requests for clinical privileges following SCHC policies, procedures, and forms.
Demonstrates exemplary medical and moral ethics, stimulates collegial relationships among providers and clinical staff, and maintains professional relationships with medical providers in the community.
Represents SCHC’s medical staff at monthly meetings of the Staff & Board QA Committees and at monthly meetings of the Board of Directors.
Works with the ED to ensure that SCHC’s clinical practices comply with state and federal regulations and meet contractual requirements of insurance carriers.
Represents SCHC in the medical community.
Other related activities as assigned by the ED.
Duties and Responsibilities as Medical Provider:
Assess, diagnose and treat patients.
Provide basic primary medical care.
Consult and refer as needed.
Document patient visits in EHR system.
Other relevant duties performed as a Medical Provider. For full description, see examples in Family Medicine Physician posting.
Qualifications
Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school strongly preferred, related medical experience and qualifications such as RN, PRN, etc. considered on an individual basis.
Board Certified or board eligible in applicable field (e.g., Family Medicine, Internal Medicine), and a minimum of two years of applicable experience required.
License/Certification:
Current State of Alaska physician or other relevant license required.
Maintain certifications and training necessary to meet SCHC credentialing policies required.
Current DEA license required (or in application process at time of hire).
BLS certification required.
ACLS, PALS and ATLS certification preferred.
Experience:
Two or more years’ experience in an outpatient health clinic setting required. Experience in a community health center setting working with underserved populations preferred.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing quality improvement programs required.
Other:
Pre-employment drug screening, TB test, required vaccinations per policy, background check, and reference check.
Skills
Quality Improvement/Mission Focused
Excellent Clinical Quality of Care
Computer and Tech Savvy
Excellent Communicator, Leader and Team Player:
Professional Development-focused
Patient Satisfaction & Professionalism-focused
Exceptional Problem Solver & Decision Maker:
Attention to Detail