Director of Somatic Medical Services (PHYSICIAN PROGRAM MANAGER II)

GRADE: PHY 0007

LOCATION OF POSITION: MDH, Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center, Jessup, MD Main Purpose of Job Under the leadership of the Clinical Director, responsible for overseeing all medical treatment and providing direct supervision and clinical oversight of the entire somatic staff for 289 patients and the contract monitor for assigned applicable contracts at Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center. The position requires the holder to be accessible 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and to provide direct patient general medical care. The Director of Somatic Medical Services must display superior leadership ability to advance the Medical Department in maintaining excellence in the rapidly changing evidence‑based world of somatic treatment and delivery of quality cost‑effective health care, supporting the mission of the organization through active participation in clinical efforts to provide treatment in a recovery‑oriented environment. The foundation of a recovery‑oriented environment is respect and a commitment to safety in the least restrictive manner possible. Position Duties Direct the operation of the Somatic Clinic while also providing direct medical care to the psychiatric population of the hospital. Develop, review, and enforce Standard Procedures and Departmental Policies in clinical care. Establish clinical best practices, medical guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards. Organize treatment protocols and develop treatment pathways. Provide oversight for The Joint Commission accreditation. Manage quality performance improvement programs and activities to achieve hospital goals and objectives. Identify and track healthcare outcomes. Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates must possess a degree in medicine from an accredited college or university, a Maryland license to practice medicine, board certification, and a minimum of seven years of medical practice experience, including at least four years of supervisory or managerial experience. Selective Qualifications Applicants must be licensed and currently registered with the Maryland Board of Physicians to practice medicine under Maryland State law. A copy of the current registration must be attached to this application. Applicants for this classification must be certified by an American Medical Association Specialty Board in an area of medical specialization. Desired or Preferred Qualifications Experience in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Experience managing medical staff in the provision of somatic medical care. Strong administration skills. Working knowledge of performance improvement measures used to assure the quality of medical care and team evaluation tools and methods. Familiarity with Joint Commission Standards for a hospital. Experience developing decision‑making tools. Experience with Process Improvement paradigms. Excellent skills in assessment and team development. Ability to balance administrative and clinical duties while performing hands‑on patient care. Benefits Meaningful Work Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental. Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care). Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days). Retirement. Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML). Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable). Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area). As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland