Medical Director

Bucksport Regional Health Center•Bucksport, ME

76d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Director defines the structure and scope of the health center’s clinical program, provides leadership and supervision to physician and mid-level providers, leads quality improvement activities to assure the provision of quality care to all users of the health center, and provides ambulatory and primary care for patients; ensures patients receive health care of the highest quality while resources are utilized in the most cost-effective manner.

Requirements

Seven to ten years of experience in the practice of family or internal medicine is required.
Current, valid license to practice medicine in the State of Maine.
Graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of residency in Family Practice or Med/Peds.
Must be Board Certified
Computer experience using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office software products required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all constituencies, including patients, employees, board members, regulatory agencies, and the community at large.
Exceptional communication skills, including oral, in writing, and presentation skills.
Exceptional decision making and problem-solving skills.
Time management, organization and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of experience directing medical services is desired, but not an absolute pre-requisite.
Clear understanding of and commitment to the health center’s mission.
Knowledge of health problems and disparities affecting homeless and other low-income persons.
Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and practices.
Ability to work effectively with culturally and economically diverse professionals, non-professional staff, patients and community partners.
An extensive understanding of the FQHC environment, government funding and compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care.
Provides leadership and oversight of the delivery of medical care by clinical staff through direct supervision and audits; serves as a mentor and manages the resolution of practice-related problems.
Participates in the recruitment and selection process of medical providers and provides regular performance reviews and feedback.
Assists in the achievement of productivity standards and provides leadership within the health care team to achieve those standards; establishes standards of care and maintains medical policies and guidelines for the health center; updates clinical guidelines, protocols and procedures and works to ensure that they are adhered to.
Evaluates community health and environmental needs by reviewing statistical data and contact with area residents.
Develops a quality assurance plan, arranges for audits, recommends corrective action, and implements and oversees approved plans.
Represents the health center at appropriate clinical and public health meetings.
Conducts Peer Review regularly and provides any corrective action plans, as indicated. Sets standards for evidence-based care.
Works collaboratively with the Practice Manager to set the agenda and to facilitate our monthly provider meeting.
Participates in meetings of the organization such at quality, compliance, and management meetings as assigned.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Be committed to the mission of the Bucksport Regional Health Center.
Oversee and work as a member of the administrative team in the performance of duties.
Work in harmonious relationships with all staff, patients, vendors and others.
Maintain confidentiality and protect the Center by keeping information concerning Operations, patients and employees confidential.
Participation in community activities as a representative of Bucksport Regional Health Center.