Nursing Home Medical Director

Essen Medical Associates • New York, NY

16d • $250,000 - $275,000

About The Position

Essen Health Care is seeking a dedicated Nursing Home Medical Director to oversee and lead one of its Nursing & Rehabilitation locations. The role coordinates resident care and implements policies related to care in the nursing home. The Medical Director provides medical leadership and strategic direction, supports nursing home administration in delivering care consistent with current standards, and helps ensure high-quality employee and patient care.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree.
• Strong leadership skills and experience supervising medical staff.
• In-depth knowledge of Nursing & Rehabilitation centers and medical best practices.
• Familiarity with managed care principles.
• Ability to adhere to regulatory standards and quality measures.

Nice To Haves

• Post-residency experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical expertise and guidance to the organization.
• Develop and implement clinical policies and procedures.
• Supervise medical staff and ensure compliance with JCAHO standards.
• Conduct research to improve patient outcomes and quality of care.
• Manage medical management activities, including utilization review and case management.
• Oversee critical care services and ensure optimal patient care.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance patient care delivery.
• Coordinate resident care and implement policies related to resident care in the nursing home.
• Assist nursing home administration in providing quality care consistent with current standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree