Site Medical Director
About The Position
Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking full-time Site Medical Director to join our team supporting the Bay Street, Staten Island site. Sun River Health is a network of over 40 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) providing primary, dental, pediatric, OB-GYN, and behavioral health care to over 245,000 patients annually. With a dedicated staff of 2,000 doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, affordable care to those who need it most. Sun River Health started in 1975 when four African American mothers spearheaded efforts to open our first health center in Peekskill, New York to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable services to patients in need no matter their race, religion, income, or insurance status. Today, after 45 years of service, Sun River Health is still delivering on that promise to communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.
Requirements
- Doctorate Degree (including MD, DO, DD, PhD, etc.)
- Board Certification
- Physician License
- CPR/BLS
- Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
- Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
- Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred
Responsibilities
- Takes histories, performs physical examinations, and prescribes treatment and medication for conditions falling in the scope of his /her specialty following evidence based standard of care.
- Provides off hours and hospital coverage for Health Center patients where contractually obligated to do so.
- Designs and participates in quality improvement activities, including Medical Record Peer Review, performance and procedure audits, outcome audits, and focused reviews.
- Provides supervision for clinical activities of Medical providers and medical documentation in his/her department, including but not limited to review of protocols, telephone triage, follow-up procedures.
- Coordinates tests, referrals, and care of SRH patients outside the Health Center.
- Sets standards for preventive care and diagnostic screening within his/her specialty; participates in the development of programs to carry out these standards.
- Maintains legible and appropriate documentation of medical records.
- Participates and attends provider meetings
- Provides safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity, quality and patient satisfaction standards.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
- Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
- Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
- Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
- Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
