Medical Director

Centerstone•Bradenton, FL

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. Degree.
Currently licensed in Florida
Board Certification or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Previous physician supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Responsibilities

Directs and supervises physicians, ARNPs, PAs, residents, and medical students in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Provides staff training as mutually agreed and time permits.
Develops and oversees the medical practices of the organization.
Develops, reviews, and implements policies and procedures related to prescribing practices and clinical protocols for the medical staff.
Assumes responsibilities for other medical programs or projects assigned by CEO or Executive Leadership.
Monitors Medical Services to assure compliance with applicable corporate, state, federal, and certification standards and regulations.
Conducts psychiatric evaluations for referred clients to meet clinical and/or administrative requirements, conducts psychiatric disability determination evaluation (SSI) for referred clients, and prepares required reports.
Evaluates referred clients for medication management and provides prescriptions for medication when appropriate; performs and documents AIMS evaluations on clients at a minimum of every six months, when indicated.
Reviews and signs treatment plans, treatment plan reviews, and other similar documents for assigned clients as required by regulatory rules or third party insurers.
Initiates Baker Act/Marchman Act involuntary treatment documents and facilitates admission to an appropriate inpatient facility when indicated.
Provides consultation to staff regarding client diagnosis and treatment, treatment program development, referral options, and other similar topics.
Reviews medical history and physical exam and diagnostic testing reports, and refers clients for follow-up medical care when indicated.
Consults with other physicians, as needed, to facilitate effective client care.
Interviewing, hiring, and training medical staff; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.