Medical Director

Naphcare, Inc.•San Luis, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Medical Director to join our team of medical professionals in the Yuma - Arizona Department of Corrections in San Luis, Arizona. As a Correctional Medical Director, you will be responsible for ensuring all clinical needs are being met within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. The Medical Director is responsible for providing direct and indirect basic medical care to meet the physiological and emotional needs of the patients and ensuring quality care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to: Conducting rounds in the medical and infirmary units Performing sick call visits, and managing chronic care Responding to and initiating care for medical emergencies Leading efforts to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of healthcare services Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities May supervise Staff Physicians and other medical staff Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO)
Valid license as a physician in the state where the facility is located
Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Possess a current DEA registration
Currently certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties in Family or Internal Medicine
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience in general medicine, a strong knowledge of current medical principles and practices, and the ability to manage and direct medical team
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

Conducting rounds in the medical and infirmary units
Performing sick call visits, and managing chronic care
Responding to and initiating care for medical emergencies
Leading efforts to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of healthcare services
Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities
May supervise Staff Physicians and other medical staff
Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs