Associate Medical Director

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Job description

Overview:
This role has dual responsibilities as a provider and an administrator.

Performs as a member of the healthcare team by providing acute and preventative care services and fulfilling community health objectives for our patients.

At the direction of the Medical Director, develops, implements, and oversees administrative functions such as policies, and procedures, hiring, budgeting, scheduling for the medical department, and provides clinical supervision of department providers and support staff.

Responsibilities:
Any and all duties as assigned by the Medical Director, up to and including:

Physician's licensure will determine level and/or type of services provided.

Maintains all credentials necessary for the lawful practice of medicine in the State of California.

Makes reasonable effort to provide health care services in accordance with IHS productivity and Government Performance Results Act (GPRA) standards as follows: A full-time physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner shall have an average daily visit rate of not less than twelve (12) and not more than nineteen (19) patient visits.

Provides primary care services, which include, but are not limited to, the following:Preventive health screenings and patient education.

Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, diseases, and disorders.

Complete physical examinations.

Minor surgeries, such as excision of cysts and suturing of wounds.

Gynecological and family planning services.

ECG readings and interpretations.

Referral services, as required, for care provided by appropriate medical specialists and mental health and dental practitioners.

Counseling.

Participates in required medical meetings, including IHS and other agency and organizational meetings, as required by grantors to the Clinic's programs.

Assumes leadership, supervision and direction of the Medical Services practice team (Physicians, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Registered Nurse) in a manner consistent with (1) SYTHC's Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual (2) Financial Policies & Procedures Manual; (3) contract and grant requirements; and (4) applicable laws, including, but not limited to, those governing licensed community clinics in the State of California.

Utilizes all forms required for record keeping and reporting purposes and otherwise agrees to assure Medical Clinic compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory laws and fulfillment of reporting requirements specified by the Medical Director and/or SYTHC's funding agencies.

Lead and facilitate all aspects of Medical Services such as Safety, Quality and Infection Control Standards, VFC, AAAHC, and other agency compliance.

Oversee strategic initiatives to deliver quality care.

Shall consult with the Medical Director and collaborate with the Clinic Manager on the work schedule required of staff and the Clinic Manager shall implement such schedules. Ensures medical equipment, appliances, and hand instruments are in good condition and is responsible for the security and proper use of instruments and equipment.

Assists the Medical Director with budget to purchase, maintain, and ensure proper allocation and use of medications, appliances, supplies, and other related medical department inventory.

Assist the Medical Director and Clinic Manager with development and implementation of employee improvement plans, disciplinary actions and employee reviews for the medical department team members.

Participates in the annual review of the Medical Department's policies and procedures.

Collaborates with other clinic departments in the management and services planning as applicable.

Builds a work environment that promotes teamwork, partnership, recognition, mutual respect, collaboration, performance feedback/management, and Team Member satisfaction while role modeling the company values, behaviors, and culture of One.Team.Chumash.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Current and valid license to practice medicine in California

Board Certified in Family Practice, Pediatrics or Internal Medicine

DEA license

Five years of clinical experience.

Intermediate computer proficiency utilizing Microsoft applications, email, EHR and Internet.

Native American hiring preference applies.

Innovation Orientation: Committing to create and search for new and innovative approaches to activities that enhance performance.

Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization.

Quality Orientation: Setting high standards regarding his/her work and working environment and acting accordingly; developing quality standards, continuously evaluating performance, products, and procedures; actively seeking ways to improve quality.

Data Gathering and Analytics: Collecting, consolidating, and using relevant information; recognizing important information; tracing possible causes of problems, and searching for practical data/solutions.

Decision Making: Drawing correct and realistic conclusions and making timely decisions based on available information.

Oral Communication: Shaping and expressing ideas and information in an effective manner.

Written Communication: Expressing ideas and opinions clearly in properly structured, well organized, and grammatically correct reports or documents; utilizing language and terminology that is understandable for the reader.

Stress Tolerance: Performing well when faced with pressure due to time frame, workload, adversity, disappointment, or opposition.

Location:
90 Via Juana Drive

Minimum Pay Rate:
$194,528 annually

Maximum Pay Rate:
$267,475 annually

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