What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at Open Sky Community Services?
Salary
Description and Responsibilities
Are you ready to lead with purpose and drive transformative change in human services? Open Sky is seeking an experienced and innovative clinical leader to join our leadership team as the Medical Director and make a profound impact on the clinical care we provide to the individuals and families we serve.The Medical Director leads the design and implementation of all medical practices within the organization, including clinical and administrative oversight, and strategic leadership for the delivery of medical and psychiatric services. They ensure that clinical care meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and effectiveness while aligning with the organization’s mission, values, and regulatory requirements. The Medical Director also provides key leadership in quality and risk management and works closely with the Chief Program Officer and other agency leaders to strategize on agency-wide quality and risk management. Other Key Responsibilities:- Act as the primary liaison between the executive team and medical staff.
- Provide direct clinical services, including diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and consultation as needed.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards (e.g., CARF, DEA, DPH).
- Support the supervision of Open Sky’s Director of Nursing Practice.
- Consult with and provide feedback to leadership at the Bridge Training Institute on trainings and curriculum building.
- Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate physicians and other clinical staff to meet service delivery requirements.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, EOHHS agencies, medical schools, healthcare providers, etc. to foster partnerships and enhance service delivery.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school with current, valid, and unrestricted DEA certificate.
- Board-certified in Psychiatry, with five (5) years of clinical and administrative experience.
- Current, valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Valid Drivers license and acceptable driving history.
About Us
At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.
Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.
At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.
As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.
Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!
Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:
- Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
- Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
- We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
- Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- And more!
Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.
