Statewide Medical Director

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

As the Statewide Medical Director, you will hold a pivotal role in overseeing both administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare delivery across your state. Your responsibilities will encompass supervising and training medical providers to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained. Collaborating closely with the VP Medical Director of State and Federal, as well as the RVP of Operations, you will play a key role in implementing clinical protocols and company objectives while remaining clinically available when needed, ensuring the seamless delivery of healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing somatic providers at Wellpath-managed facilities in the state, regularly communicating with site Medical Directors and providers, and conducting facility visits.
• Provides ongoing training, mentoring, and support for providers in the state, assisting with their development of clinical and managerial skills, and ensuring compliance with Wellpath clinical guidelines and policies.
• Participates in mortality reviews, supports recruitment and onboarding of new providers, and ensures on-call and on-site coverage at facilities. Additionally, monitors pharmaceutical product usage for cost-effective therapy and participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program.
• Assists in the review and approval of off-site service requests, annual review of clinical guidelines and policies, and ensures credentialing and privileging compliance in line with Wellpath and regulatory expectations.
• Serves as a liaison between Wellpath and local jurisdictions, participates in various meetings and committees, and provides medical services when necessary, while also offering support in handling grievances, lawsuits, or complaints at the administrative level.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of accredited medical or osteopathic medical school required (M.D. preferred).

Experience

• Three (3) years of physician experience required (preferably in emergency room/trauma) including one year of management or supervisory level experience.
• Experience in a corrections environment with knowledge of National, State and local standards, regulations and laws is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a physician in the state of employment
• Possess and maintain current controlled substances / DEA licensure.