Medical Director

NaphCare • Mobile, AL

9h • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Medical Director (MD/DO) to join our team of healthcare professionals at the Mobile County Jail in Mobile, Alabama. This is an exceptional opportunity for a physician who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while providing clinical leadership in a dynamic correctional healthcare environment. As the Medical Director, you will lead a multidisciplinary medical team, oversee the delivery of comprehensive healthcare services, and play a vital role in ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based care for a medically complex patient population. In this leadership role, you will help shape clinical operations, support quality improvement initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor medical staff all while making a meaningful impact on an underserved population.

Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO)
• Current, unrestricted physician license in the State of Alabama
• Current DEA Registration
• Current BLS Certification (AHA required)
• Board Certified by a specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
• Demonstrated leadership experience directing physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Strong clinical background with knowledge of current medical practices, evidence-based medicine, and quality improvement principles
• Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of applicable healthcare laws, correctional healthcare standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and protected health information
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and adherence to NaphCare's Code of Conduct and all correctional healthcare policies and procedures
• Must successfully 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 quality improvement initiatives to evaluate and enhance healthcare services
• Coordinating, leading, and participating in educational and training activities
• Supervising Staff Physicians and other medical personnel
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations, including court mandates and accreditation standards
• Collaborating with nursing leadership, correctional staff, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional patient care
• Supporting operational excellence through effective clinical leadership, communication, and teamwork

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager