Join the VitalCore Team in Massachusetts! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit.
VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a Medical Director / Physician at Essex County Correctional Facility in Middleton, MA for Part-Time (24 hours per week)!
At VitalCore, we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience how VitalCore promotes a positive work environment based on respect and appreciation for staff dedication.
Position Summary
The Site Medical Director serves as the responsible Physician and health authority in a correctional environment, overseeing clinical services to ensure appropriate medical care delivery.
Essential Functions
* Consult with community medical providers to resolve service delivery issues.
* Supervise clinical staff and ensure on-call services are provided.
* Review and approve clinical protocols, policies, procedures, and disaster plans annually.
* Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for quality and continuity of care.
* Sponsor Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners per state law.
* Support clinical staff and participate in training and meetings.
* Complete and document patient encounters accurately and timely.
* Ensure compliance with formulary and documentation standards.
* Provide emergency treatment and respond to urgent situations.
* Maintain competence in CPR and AED use.
Minimum Requirements
* Graduate of an accredited medical school.
* Full medical license in the state of employment.
* Current DEA registration.
* Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, with correctional or managed healthcare experience preferred.
* Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
* Supportive team player with leadership and decision-making skills.
Schedule
* Part-Time, 24 hours/week.
VitalCore is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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