Lead Chronic Care Physician at DOC

Unity Health Care.•Washington, DC

6d•$0 - $253,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Medical Director for Corrections, the Lead Chronic Care physician provides direct patient care to jail inmates. Other responsibilities include participation in quality improvement/quality assurance programs to support Jail Health Services care goals, medical oversight, consultation, and management of specialized health care programs for Jail Health Services.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited medical school
Must have valid license to practice in Washington, DC
Must have a current DEA registration and CDS certificate
Must be Board certified in internal medicine

Nice To Haves

Work experience in corrections preferred
Experience with leading physicians and Advanced Practice Practitioners (PAs/NPs) strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary health care team.
Willingness to work rotating schedules/shifts, when necessary, in DOC facility.
Proficient in computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work, to research information and take training.
Preferably have 5-10 years’ experience in ambulatory or inpatient care setting.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses, manages, educates, and counsels patients on a broad scope of personal health care issues; manages care provided to inmates with complex medical problems.
Performs minor procedures, prescribes medications, and makes referrals for specialty services when necessary.
Provides care to inmates in medical emergencies, including necessary support to maintain life and stabilize conditions.
Documents all medical evaluations, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, treatment outcomes, referrals and consultations.
Participates in training other providers on clinical and procedural topics and provide technical consultation to mid-level providers and nursing staff.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of treatment guidelines and service delivery models.
Works with others within the program to assure compliance with NCCHC standards and subsequent accreditation.
Monitors and maintains log on chronic care and any referrals as part of their disposition upon their return.
Supervises, schedules and leads the chronic care providers team to assure smooth clinic flow.
Assists with conducting chart reviews for case summary, CQI and responses as needed.
Assists with identification of supply and equipment needs for urgent care.
Coordinates provider schedule and coverage.
Collaborates to improve or maintain provider/staff/patient satisfaction, quality of care, and productivity.
Provides feedback to the Medical Leadership Team in regard to staffing and hiring.
Assists with conducting annual evaluations of urgent care providers.
Assists with new provider orientation to Correctional Health Care Services and serve as a resource to all providers.