Site Medical Director
Company: YesCare Corp
Location: Bessemer
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Job Description:
- Category: Clinical & Operations LeadershipGraduate of an
accredited medical school.Fully licensed to practice medicine in
the state of employment.Current DEA registration.Preferable board
certified or board eligible in primary care specialty (Family
Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Public Health or
Occupational Medicine) with administrative experience in
corrections and/or managed healthcare delivery.A background check,
security clearance and drug screening are required for this
role.YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran
status. EOE including Disability/Protected
Veterans.ResponsibilitiesBelow is a list of your responsibilities
as a Site Medical Director II with YesCare at Donaldson
Correctional Facility,Bessemer AL.AdministrativeServe as Chairman
of the Medical Audit Committee.Consult with medical providers in
the community to resolve issues in delivering services to
patients.Supervise the clinical services provided by the
professional and paraprofessional staff.Ensure and provide on-call
services.Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies
and procedures, and medical disaster plan.Provide direction and
assistance to the on-site quality improvement program as well as
the corporate Continuous Quality and Safety Improvement program
including review and action on patient complaints, infection
control, peer review and chart audits.Manage referrals to outside
healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity
of care.Serve as a professional resource and leader for all staff
physicians and applicable clinical staff at the facility(s).Assist
in screening, interviewing, evaluating credentials and hiring of
healthcare providers.Participate in in-service training classes.
Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local civic
groups or visiting officials as requested.Attend medical, clinical
and other meetings, as required.Document all encounters in
patient's Medical Record. Ensure all documentation is timed,
legible and signed. Ensure all verbal or telephone orders are
countersigned as required.Provide emergency treatment on-site and
responds appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.Ensure
competence in proper technique for basic cardiopulmonary
resuscitation and AED use.ClinicalProvides typical community
standard care based on evidenced based medicine for clinical
services required including but not limited to sick call, chronic
care, History and Physicals, and all emergency care needs. When
applicable, visits the infirmary daily and documents encounters in
patient's Medical Record as assigned. The goal is to provide the
right care, at the right time, and at the right location.Will
provide call as needed for the role.Adheres to approved formulary
for therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary procedure.
Documents pertinent observations and logical conclusions to
validate need for non-formulary medication on non-formulary request
form for Medical Director's approval when non-formulary medication
is ordered.Utilizes available in-house resource personnel for
treatment or resolution of identified problems before utilizing
off-site referral. Provides emergency treatment on-site and
responds appropriately in urgent or emergency
situations.Demonstrates proper technique for cardiopulmonary
resuscitation and related drug therapy with certification as
required by credentialing.Supports standards of medical care
through adherence to existing policies and procedures. Serves as a
resource to other professional or non-professional personnel
providing instructions as needed.Attends Medical Staff meetings as
required. Provides monthly in-service education of staff as
requested. Participates in monthly review of quality of care and
chart reviews as requested. Sponsors physician assistants or nurse
practitioners as required.Notifies Regional Medical Director and
Site Health Services Administrator of schedule changes. Assists in
arrangement for coverage of medical services if unavailable for
extended period of time.Participates in all quality improvement
measures including sentinel event reviewActively participant of the
Utilization Review process and follow proper procedures.YesCare
Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)Health, Dental
and Vision InsuranceLife and Disability InsuranceGenerous PTO
plan401k with matching fundsEmployee Discount and Rewards
ProgramTuition AssistanceContinuing Education ReimbursementAbout
YesCare HealthCorrectional healthcare is not just a job. It's a
calling.By choosing a career with YesCare, you are choosing the
opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being,
and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a
pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a YesCare
professional, you have access to the resources and support to
enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career
potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an
underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join YesCare
today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical
expertise.
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