Medical Director

About the Organization

CP Rochester and Happiness House are private nonprofit health, educational, residential and human service organizations that have been serving communities in the Finger Lakes Region since 1969 and the Greater Rochester Area since 1946. Today with sites in Rochester, Canandaigua, Geneva, Gorham, Midlakes and Waterloo, our agencies offer an array of educational, therapeutic, recreational, residential and family support programs and services for children and adults with and without disabilities. On average, our agencies serve 3,650 families each year and employ approximately 600 people.

Our staff consists of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals and clinicians with expertise in the areas of Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Physical, Occupational, Speech and Music Therapies, Psychology, Service Coordination, Nursing, Dental Services, and Developmental Disabilities. Committed to serving individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, neurological impairments, as well as a wide variety of developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, our staff partners with individuals and their families to support them in meeting their goals.

EOE Statement

CP Rochester and Happiness House are an equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Title

Medical Director

Location

CP Rochester WInton Rd, Rochester, NY 14623

Salary

$100.00 Per Hour

Employment

This is a contract position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during business hours (8:00am - 4:00pm). Approximately 10-20 hours per month with a flexible schedule during clinic hours of operation (some remote work possible).

Summary/Objective

Oversees and directs the medical decisions and operations of the CP Rochester and Happiness House clinics, working with individuals with developmental or acquired disabilities. Provides appropriate recommendations to address concerns and the development of new skills that will enhance quality of life for individuals. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team which would include Clinic Nurse, Clinic Director, Clinic Supervisor, Individual, Legal Guardians and Residential staff if identified, and works within accordance of the individual's needs and treatment plans. The focus is on maximizing the potential of the individuals in all facets of their life, working with individuals, families and caregivers to support individual needs, and providing appropriate medication management to individuals.

Competency Requirements/Education/Experience

• License to practice and treat in the state of NY as a Physician working with adults (Children as well if certified to do so, but not required)
• NYS Board Certification
• Must hold a valid DEA license with the State of NY
• Must carry workman's comp and disability insurance policy
• Clinical experience supporting individuals with Intellectual/Developmentally Disabilities during education or work experiences in the field is preferred but not required
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have demonstrated excellent listening skills.
• Must have a valid and clean NYS Driver's License.
• Computer proficiency and experience with various Electronic Medical Record´s and Prescribing software

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None

Essential Functions

• Imparts agency philosophy of 'Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential' to children, families, program staff and community resources.
• Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.
• Recommends environmental modification for individuals if appropriate and concurs with plan of care and medication management
• Reviews policies and procedures concerning the medical and clinical services. Approves clinical/health services procedures (Article 16, Article 28, and Article 36).
• Provides overall clinical supervision of medical, dental and other health care services to ensures the adequacy and quality of care provided to clients.
• Provides consultation and training to staff as needed.
• Develops policies and procedures concerning the appointment of medical and dental staff.
• Makes recommendations to the HSQIC committee and then the Board of Directors concerning appointments of medical staff, assignment of their clinical privileges and review of appointments.
• Serves as a member of the Health Services Quality Assurance Committee and the Human Rights Committee.
• Monitors compliance of the Center with all NYS Department of Health, OSHA, OPWDD and EPA, regulations and standards.
• Provides advice to administration regarding medical and related clinical issues/problems.
• Recommends to administration new services, equipment or techniques to improve the quality and type of services offered to clients.
• Reports the activities and recommendations of the Health Services Quality Assurance Committee to the Vice President of Clinical Services and Quality Assurance annually.
• Participates in the intake process as needed to determine appropriate services needed for clients.
• Refers clients to appropriate health care specialists or services if needed.
• Reviews and approved plans of care for Article 16 participants.
• Signs prescriptions for Employee Health Program for hepatitis vaccination and tuberculosis testing.
• Provides clinical assessment of individuals, when appropriate.
• Establishes linkages with community practitioners, health agencies and institutions.
• Meets periodically with administration staff to review the Center's operations.
• Adheres to the agency's policies and procedures as well as Diagnostic and Treatment Center guidelines.
• Documents all diagnostic assessment reports, management plans, and treatment notes accurately and in a timely manner and provides such information to treatment team as needed.
• Achieves program and department goals by addressing needs of individuals, monitoring medications and responses and responding to overall needs of individuals.
• Consults with agency staff or family/guardians/caregivers regarding the social and emotional needs of the individual and the family.
• Maintains documentation that meets the standards of the agency, regulatory Agencies and the standards of care.
• Understands and appropriately bills Evaluation and Management coding which meets CMS standards and clearly justifies each claim for service.
• Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.
• Adheres to agency's policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibility

Clinical Supervision as needed to ensure clinic meets regulatory compliance.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. The use of a computer for face to face visits as well as Virtual or Telehealth visits is a necessity.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day but contracted clinician may be asked to work at any of our partner agencies.

Base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and location.

EEO Statement

The agencies are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Position Requirements

This position is currently accepting applications.

Application Information

Number of Openings: 1

Req Number: MED-26-00001