Medical Director / Physician

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government•Manistee, MI

About The Position

This position will oversee the medical services provided by the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Health Services from their two clinic locations. This oversight function requires the Medical Director to oversee the medical practice of the mid-level providers and clinic physicians, implement quality assurance initiatives, function as the Clinical Laboratory Director and collaborate with the Clinic Supervisor to coordinate the medical services provided. The Medical Director will also be required to provide direct patient care. In addition, this position will provide medical consultation to the Health Services Director and assist with strategic planning of health services.

Requirements

A current and unrestricted license to practice medicine as a Physician in the State of Michigan
Enrollment as a Provider in Medicare and Medicaid programs (or obtain within 90 days)
Possess Drug Enforcement Agency certification/licensing
Board Certification in family practice or internal medicine.
Working knowledge of sensitivity communication practices and interview techniques in order to speak with and for the patient.
Physician with at least 5 years of family practice experience with at least 2 years of Medical Director experience preferably in a Tribal Clinic.

Responsibilities

Establish a compassionate and therapeutic clinical environment for patients, family, community and the medical team.
Assess patient health by interviewing, performing physical examinations, and obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories.
Administer and prescribe treatments and medications.
Determine conditions and health status by ordering or executing diagnostic tests such as X-rays, Electrocardiograms, and laboratory procedures; interprets test results.
Refer patients to medical specialists for consultative services as necessary.
Coordinate care with local hospitals, reviewing pertinent records from hospitalists or other physicians and specialist associated with patient care.
Promote integrated holistic healthcare, referring patients to other programs and services internal and external to LRBOI.
Document patient care thoroughly and accurately by charting patient in Electronic Medical Records and any other required recordkeeping systems within organization’s requirements.
Educate patients on wellness, diet, hygiene, methods for disease prevention, early detection, guiding patients to available resources.
Study and remain apprised of target population health trend data and communicate those trends to the Health Services Director and the medical team.
Review on a regular basis and provide follow-up for chronically ill, or long-term cases that require on-going medical attention.
Develop and or update medical standing orders, clinical policies and guidelines, and treatment protocols as required.
Provide services and advice in the capacity of Medical Director including case management, supervision of mid-level, nursing and allied health services personnel.
Provide as required managed care counseling in matters involving Tribal Employee Health related benefits, Contract Health Services, and Extended Health Assistance Program medical necessity determinations for payment of benefits.
Contribute to the evaluation of clinic programs and quality improvement through participation, development, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Maintains professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of work and complies with all applicable tribal, federal, or state laws and procedures.
All other position related duties as assigned by Health Services Directors.