Medical Director

Job DetailExperience Level DirectorDegree Type Doctor of Medicine (MD)Employment Full TimeWorking Type On SiteJob Reference 0000021477Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry HealthcareSelling Points Shape healthcare delivery as a Medical Director in a dynamic organization. Lead impactful initiatives in clinical services and community health. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.Job DescriptionMedical Director OverviewThe Medical Director will oversee and implement high standards of medical care within the organization, ensuring patient-centered services and community health alignment.Provide medical leadership to develop and integrate ambulatory care services tailored to patient and community needs.Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to align medical practices with organizational goals and mission.Lead recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of medical personnel across various specialties and roles.Coordinate clinical services, ensuring integration with mental health, nutrition, and dental care programs.Establish and maintain medical protocols, adapting them to evolving healthcare standards and practices.Participate in quality improvement initiatives, chart reviews, and professional standards monitoring.Engage in community outreach, board meetings, and clinical service budgeting processes.Provide after-hours call coverage on a rotational basis and address special projects as assigned.Medical Director Key Responsibilities & DutiesRecruit, supervise, and evaluate medical personnel, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards.Oversee laboratory and radiology services, managing contracts for medical supplies and equipment.Maintain a patient panel, balancing clinical responsibilities with administrative duties.Coordinate with local hospitals and medical facilities to ensure continuity of care for patients.Develop and implement quality improvement programs, including chart reviews and medical care assessments.Monitor patient utilization and staff productivity to optimize access and cost-efficiency.Organize in-service training programs for clinical staff to enhance skills and knowledge.Prepare clinical service budgets, providing justification for expenditures and resource allocation.Ensure compliance with infection control measures and OSHA standards in all medical practices.Medical Director Job RequirementsDoctor of Medicine (MD) degree and licensure to practice medicine in New York State.Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine is required.Minimum five years of clinical and administrative experience in ambulatory care settings.Experience in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) or similar healthcare environments preferred.Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or another language is advantageous.Strong leadership skills to manage medical personnel and integrate clinical services effectively.Knowledge of quality improvement processes and healthcare compliance standards.Ability to coordinate with external medical facilities and community health organizations.Commitment to patient-centered care and community health improvement.