What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief of Adult Medicine/Asst Medical Dir position at Caring Health Center, Inc.?
Chief of Adult Medicine & Assistant Chief Medical Director Job Category:
Executive Position Requisition Number: CHIEF001146 Full-Time Hybrid
Springfield, MA 01103, USA Description Some of the most rewarding and
influential work of your career is waiting for you at Caring Health
Center. Caring Health Center is seeking a physician ready to step into a
meaningful leadership role as Chief of Adult Medicine and Assistant
Chief Medical Officer at our FQHC. You will partner directly with and be
mentored by our Chief Medical Officer as you shape adult and geriatric
care delivery, drive quality and safety initiatives, and build clinical
programs that advance health equity in our community. This is a rare
opportunity to combine hands-on patient care with real organizational
Influence In a Mission-driven Outpatient Setting. 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 Requisition Number: CHIEF001146 Full-Time Hybrid
Springfield, MA 01103, USA Description Some of the most rewarding and
influential work of your career is waiting for you at Caring Health
Center. Caring Health Center is seeking a physician ready to step into a
meaningful leadership role as Chief of Adult Medicine and Assistant
Chief Medical Officer at our FQHC. You will partner directly with and be
mentored by our Chief Medical Officer as you shape adult and geriatric
care delivery, drive quality and safety initiatives, and build clinical
programs that advance health equity in our community. This is a rare
opportunity to combine hands-on patient care with real organizational
Influence In a Mission-driven Outpatient Setting. 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