Medical Director

Medical Director
Location: Lyons, NY (On-Site)
Duration: 1 Year (with 4 Option Years)
Work Schedule: Approximately 8 hours per week
Work Arrangement: On-site medical director services with coordination responsibilities
Client seeks a qualified and licensed physician to serve as Medical Director , providing clinical leadership, policy oversight, and coordination of medical services in accordance with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) , Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) , and all applicable federal and state regulations.
The Medical Director will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and ongoing improvement in clinical and operational performance.
To provide clinical leadership, guidance, and oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in a safe, compliant, and compassionate long-term care environment.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Oversight

• Develop, review, and implement policies related to resident care and clinical practice.
• Coordinate and monitor the medical care provided to residents.
• Attend bi-monthly Medical Advisory Committee meetings and quarterly Executive QA Committee meetings.

Provider Coordination

• Oversee credentialing , compliance , and performance review of physicians, dentists, and podiatrists practicing in the facility.
• Monitor adherence to medical standards and best practices across all providers.

Quality & Safety

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.
• Review infection control reports , sentinel events, and trends in clinical quality indicators.
• Lead or contribute to staff education programs on clinical and regulatory topics.

Clinical Support

• Serve as the physician of record for respite residents as needed.
• Provide second opinions and geriatric consultations upon request.
• Ensure physician coverage during temporary vacancies or emergencies.

Administrative Engagement

• Meet with facility administration at least every six months to assess program effectiveness and respond to operational needs.
• Assist in developing a responsive and evidence-based medical program.

Employee Physical Exams

• Conduct pre-employment physical examinations for new staff as part of monthly services.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Licensed physician in good standing in the state of New York
• Demonstrated experience in nursing home , long-term care , or geriatric medicine (strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of:
  • CMS and NYSDOH regulations
  • Infection control protocols and QAPI standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams , residents, and families
• Commitment to ethical medical practice and compliance with professional codes of conduct

Recruiter Submission Template - Medical Director
Full Name:
Degree Major with University & Completion Year:
Total Years of Experience as a Medical Director:
Total Years of Clinical Practice (Post-Licensure):
Do you currently hold a New York State Medical License? (Yes/No - License # and Expiry)
DEA & NYSDOH Controlled Substance Registration Status: (Active/Inactive - Details)
Experience in Long-Term Care / Nursing Home Settings (Years):
Experience with Geriatric Patient Populations?
Experience with CMS and NYSDOH Regulations & Compliance?
Experience Leading or Participating in QA/QAPI Committees?
Experience Overseeing Credentialing & Provider Compliance?
Experience Conducting Infection Control Reviews or Reports?
Experience Providing Onboarding Physical Exams for Staff?
Able to Serve as Physician of Record for Respite Residents?
Willing to Attend Bi-Monthly and Quarterly Committee Meetings In-Person?
Comfortable Collaborating with Administration, Staff, and Families?
Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn ID (if available):
Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):
Notice Period (in weeks):
Current Work Authorization Status (e.g., US Citizen, Green Card, H1B, etc.):
Expected Hourly Rates:
Is it W2 / C2C, If C2C, May I know your corporation name?
Available to Work On-Site ~8 hrs/week in Lyons, NY ?
Are you willing to work on-site at your own expense or within commuting distance to Lyons, NY?