Program Medical Director - Forensics

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

33d•$176,658 - $194,321

About The Position

The Program Medical Director is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Cascadia’s medical programs. This position helps ensure the delivery of high-quality client care and effective medical services. This position may provide additional one on one support to those we serve. This position must understand, appreciate, and respect the differences within our Cascadia community. As such, it is expected that this position promotes integrated care, our vision of trauma-informed and person-first approaches and helps create a work environment of acceptance.

Requirements

Certification (or eligibility for certification) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Must have an active state medical license, including maintenance requirements and DEA certification.
A minimum of five years of clinical experience.
A minimum of two years supervisory experience.
Understand the unique clinical needs of individuals served with complex medical conditions.
Strong leadership and communication skills
Understand the recovery model, motivational interviewing, illness management and recovery, evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies.
Understand and align with harm reduction philosophies, cultural responsiveness, and trauma informed care.
Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions.
Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, and effectively use AED equipment.
CPR/ First Aid certifications are required and must remain current.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a Community Based Safety net organization.

Responsibilities

Coordinate on agency issues, with a focus on whole health care, with other Program Medical Directors, including regular meetings with the Lead Program Medical Director for Cascadia.
Provide appropriate and high-quality mental health care to clients that are consistent with community standards, including but not limited to, psychiatric assessments, medication consultation and education, medical necessity and monitoring of outcomes.
Work cooperatively with other treatment team members in the service of client
Work cooperatively with external care providers and support system members in the service of clients.
Provide case consultation to Cascadia clinicians.
Determine medical necessity and appropriateness of mental health services for clients across programs.
Manage and oversee LMP coverage when needed.
Comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures under which the program and company operates.
Comply with and manage relevant Contracts, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and Grants.
Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation that ensures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations, and billing requirements.
Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
Understand safety regulations and evacuation procedures; participate in regular safety drills in compliance with program policies and procedures.
Complete assigned employee training in compliance with program and company requirements.
Provide guidance, support, and training to staff in alignment with company mission and values.
Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and company meetings.
Utilize Quality Improvement (QI) principles to integrate best practices into the day-to-day operations, including Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing.
In collaboration with program leadership, determine staffing requirements, recruit, hire, and train staff in a manner that supports Cascadia’s mission and maintains strategic growth.
Facilitate multidisciplinary staff meetings and training with program to discuss safety concerns, crisis management, complex client needs and risks and critical incidents.
Ensure completion of personal and team documentation as required by assigned programs.
Establish work plans and priorities for staff members, assess the progress of staff members.
Ensure completion of administrative tasks per organizational policies and procedures.
Provide consistent supervision and support for direct reports.
Promote and ensure completion of annual training requirements.
Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development.
Take the initiative in thought leadership, innovation, and creativity.
In collaboration with leadership team develop, review and revise clinical guidelines and operational workflows; as well as set annual goals and objectives aligned with Cascadia’s mission.
Create, model, and maintain a work culture that supports Cascadia’s Values.
Attend and participate in all meetings as assigned, including but not limited to staff and team meetings, consultations with staff, individual and group supervision.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers to promote quality and efficiency in Cascadia operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off Package
Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
VSP Vision Discount Plan
403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Length of Service Award
Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bicycle Reimbursement
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Trauma Support Team