Medical Director MD - (Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Dartmouth & Plymouth)

Correctional Psychiatric Services PC•Dartmouth, MA

68d•$170 - $180•Onsite

About The Position

For over 32 years, CPS Healthcare has been more than a healthcare provider—we’ve been a trusted partner to the communities and correctional facilities we serve. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we bring both expertise and heart to every patient interaction, knowing that thoughtful care can change lives. Every day, our team works side by side to provide compassionate, evidence-based medical and behavioral health services that make a real difference for those who need it most. We are currently seeking a Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN Medical Director (M.D.) for Bristol County Jail & House of Corrections. All applicants must be comfortable traveling between Bristol County Jail and Plymouth County Correctional Facility (in Plymouth MA)

Requirements

Must possess a current Massachusetts M.D. license.
Current Federal Controlled Substance Registration must be in good standing.
Current Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration must be in good standing.
Must be Board Certified/eligible or qualified by state laws and regulations to practice medicine.
Hold current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience in primary care specialty in corrections or managed care delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide timely and appropriate medical care of the patient population in accordance with community and national standards of care.
Respects the patients’ right to privacy in accordance with confidentiality practices for incarcerated individuals.
Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of all patient information, including medical record information.
Ensures that minimum documentation standards are met and that the medical record supports the care and continuity of care of the patient.
Provides on-site emergency treatment and responds appropriately in urgent medical situations.
Assumes accountability and responsibility for his/her own actions and judgments.
Reviews x-ray and laboratory findings.
It will be the duty to prescribe the appropriate type of medicine and treatment.
Responsible for referring patients for special types of diagnostic treatments or medical procedures and coordinates plans for treatments.
Provides medical consultation to prevention, treatment, care and diagnosis of health conditions and problems.
Adheres to, safely enforces and follows security procedures and regulations for security related policies and procedures, key control, sharps inventories and controlled substances.
Communicates schedule changes with Administrator and assists in arrangement of medical services coverage for planned absences.
Adheres to all CPS Clinical and Administrative policies.
It is an essential part of the job that CPS can ask the employee to work beyond his/her regularly scheduled hours.
Follow all security rules and regulations.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.