Medical Director

Category

Current Openings --> Healthcare

Job Location

Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Tracking Code

15130

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

STGi is currently seeking a Medical Director to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Job Summary

The general duty of the Medical Director is to provide oversight for the CBOC and comprehensive professional outpatient primary medical services to enrolled patients of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). This care will be delivered in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Veteran Affairs Primary Care Program. The Medical Director will also collaborate with the CBOC Clinic Manager to supervise the CBOC’s day-to-day delivery of medical care. The Medical Director has the responsibility for overall supervision of all providers assigned. He/she will ensure continuous effective operations of the CBOC and participate in the Clinical Quality Assurance Program.

Essential Functions

• Provide vision and direction of clinical services including new or improved program implementation
• Provide medical care based on primary and preventive care to meet the needs (physical, mental, and emotional) of patients.
• Coordinate and participate in the recruitment, and orientation of clinical staff physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
• Collaborate with the CBOC Clinic Manager to provide leadership to CBOC clinicians.
• Assist the STGi Program Manager in implementation of Quality Performance Improvement Team (QPIT) strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Design and participate in quality improvement, care management, risk management, peer review, utilization review, clinical outcomes, and health enhancement activities.
• Ensure consistency in evidence-based practice standards across the CBOC’s.
• Implement and attend provider huddles to assure situational awareness of clinic operational limitations and daily work planning.
• Function as a director for the CLIA waived laboratory testing.
• Expand clinical services by implementing and facilitating non-traditional encounters.
• Analyze data to meet Veteran Administration (VA) clinical performance standards.
• Participate on the STGi Performance Excellence Team (PET).
• Establish a collaborative practice agreement with clinic APRN/PA and provide oversight and mentorship to other providers.
• Evaluate and maintain universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Administer medications per facility protocols.
• Keep the VISTA clinic reminder tracking system and notifications current for each enrolled patient.
• Comply with STGi policies and VA contract regulations.
  
  

Required Skills

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Retain an active, full and unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Formal management and leadership courses and certifications are highly desired.
• Experience in Internal Medicine or Family Practice
• Board-certified by the ABMS in Internal Medicine or Family Practice or the BOS ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice or board eligible.
• Current and unrestricted DEA.
• Retain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Training Network (MTN).
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with the community and VA standards of practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific customer service techniques with exceptional verbal, written, and telephone communication skills; adept at handling difficult situations with diplomacy and professionalism to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and computer maneuverability including experience with electronic medical records systems.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Physicians shall demonstrate evidence of education, training, and 3 years of experience in Internal Medicine or Family Practice.
• Physicians performing under this contract shall be board certified or board eligible by the ABMS in Internal Medicine and/or Family Practice or the BOS in Internal Medicine and/or Family Practice.
• Authorization for prescriptive authority is required.
• Physicians shall be licensed in the state in which the Outpatient Site of Care is located.
• Must be willing to be trained in and perform Women's Health exams.
• Must be able to pass a federal background check.
• Must hold BLS certification through the AHA.
• Have proof of annual TB clearance and current flu vaccination or exemption.
  
  

Working Conditions

Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Required to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.

STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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