What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief of Adult Medician/Asst Medical Dir position at Caring Health Center, Inc.?
Chief of Adult Medicine & Assistant Medical Director Job Category:
Executive Position Full-Time Hybrid Springfield, MA 01103, USA
Description The Associate Medical Director Functions Independently To
provide primary medical services and ambulatory care to adult patients
of CHC. In addition, he/she works collaboratively with the Chief Medical
Officer in the development and execution of the general adult and
geriatric program at the Health Center, medical programs in the
community, and such quality assurance, research, and administrative
tasks as are deemed relevant by the Chief Medical Officer. The Associate
Medical Director helps enhance access, quality, safety, workflows, and
team-based care, and supports clinical program development that advances
Caring Health Center?s mission to serve a diverse and underserved
community. Minimum Requirements: Unrestricted Massachusetts medical
license or the ability to obtain one prior to the start date. Doctor of
Medicine MD or DO. Completion of an accredited residency in Internal
Medicine, Internal Medicine/Pediatric, or Family Medicine Board
Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine is required.
Current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substances registrations or the
ability to obtain them prior to the start date. Demonstrated experience
providing high-quality care in a high-volume, multicultural environment.
Eligibility for and maintenance of hospital privileges at local partner
hospitals. Eligibility as a provider for major insurers. Experience or
strong interest in clinical leadership, quality improvement, and
team-based primary care. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in
or with an FQHC, community health care setting, underserved populations,
population health, accountable care organizations, value-based care, or
integrated care models. Experience supervising or mentoring clinicians
such as NPs, PAs, or physicians. Advanced degrees, such as an MPH, or
relevant experience, are desirable. Qualification as a Civil Surgeon or
interest in serving as one. Principal Responsibilities and Duties
Clinical Care: Provide exemplary direct patient care within training and
scope of practice, and be part of the on-call schedule as required.
Assess, diagnose, manage, and document clinical conditions using
evidence-based guidelines. Deliver culturally and linguistically
appropriate care using interpretation services when needed. Coordinate
care across specialists, departments, and community partners. Ensure
timely follow-up, communication, and continuity through the EMR and
Team-based Care Systems. Clinical Leadership And Practice Oversight
Provide direct oversight, coaching, and support to primary care
clinicians. Collaborate with the CMO on clinical standards, workflows,
policies, and operational practices. Support clinician onboarding,
training, orientation, and performance development. Lead or assist the
CMO in leading provider meetings, case reviews, and workflow improvement
sessions. Conduct regular provider chart reviews and provide performance
feedback in areas such as billing and coding compliance, quality,
safety, and documentation standards. Work collaboratively to strengthen
productivity, quality performance, documentation quality, and patient
experience. Partner with practice managers and nursing leadership to
optimize team-based workflows, productivity, access, and panel
management. Assist with resolving issues related to scheduling, access,
workflow, and performance. Support integration of behavioral health,
chronic disease programming, care management, and ancillary services.
Ensure, with the CMO and other staff, that all clinicians remain fully
credentialed and compliant with licensure, CEU, and regulatory
requirements. SEE THE CARING HEALTH CENTER WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Executive Position Full-Time Hybrid Springfield, MA 01103, USA
Description The Associate Medical Director Functions Independently To
provide primary medical services and ambulatory care to adult patients
of CHC. In addition, he/she works collaboratively with the Chief Medical
Officer in the development and execution of the general adult and
geriatric program at the Health Center, medical programs in the
community, and such quality assurance, research, and administrative
tasks as are deemed relevant by the Chief Medical Officer. The Associate
Medical Director helps enhance access, quality, safety, workflows, and
team-based care, and supports clinical program development that advances
Caring Health Center?s mission to serve a diverse and underserved
community. Minimum Requirements: Unrestricted Massachusetts medical
license or the ability to obtain one prior to the start date. Doctor of
Medicine MD or DO. Completion of an accredited residency in Internal
Medicine, Internal Medicine/Pediatric, or Family Medicine Board
Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine is required.
Current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substances registrations or the
ability to obtain them prior to the start date. Demonstrated experience
providing high-quality care in a high-volume, multicultural environment.
Eligibility for and maintenance of hospital privileges at local partner
hospitals. Eligibility as a provider for major insurers. Experience or
strong interest in clinical leadership, quality improvement, and
team-based primary care. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in
or with an FQHC, community health care setting, underserved populations,
population health, accountable care organizations, value-based care, or
integrated care models. Experience supervising or mentoring clinicians
such as NPs, PAs, or physicians. Advanced degrees, such as an MPH, or
relevant experience, are desirable. Qualification as a Civil Surgeon or
interest in serving as one. Principal Responsibilities and Duties
Clinical Care: Provide exemplary direct patient care within training and
scope of practice, and be part of the on-call schedule as required.
Assess, diagnose, manage, and document clinical conditions using
evidence-based guidelines. Deliver culturally and linguistically
appropriate care using interpretation services when needed. Coordinate
care across specialists, departments, and community partners. Ensure
timely follow-up, communication, and continuity through the EMR and
Team-based Care Systems. Clinical Leadership And Practice Oversight
Provide direct oversight, coaching, and support to primary care
clinicians. Collaborate with the CMO on clinical standards, workflows,
policies, and operational practices. Support clinician onboarding,
training, orientation, and performance development. Lead or assist the
CMO in leading provider meetings, case reviews, and workflow improvement
sessions. Conduct regular provider chart reviews and provide performance
feedback in areas such as billing and coding compliance, quality,
safety, and documentation standards. Work collaboratively to strengthen
productivity, quality performance, documentation quality, and patient
experience. Partner with practice managers and nursing leadership to
optimize team-based workflows, productivity, access, and panel
management. Assist with resolving issues related to scheduling, access,
workflow, and performance. Support integration of behavioral health,
chronic disease programming, care management, and ancillary services.
Ensure, with the CMO and other staff, that all clinicians remain fully
credentialed and compliant with licensure, CEU, and regulatory
requirements. SEE THE CARING HEALTH CENTER WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION