Family Medicine Physician Job with Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM

PracticeLink; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to lead and supervise clinical operations in Albuquerque. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with medical regulations, maintaining high standards of patient care, and fostering the professional development of medical staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical medicine and medical management, alongside excellent interpersonal skills. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving community health and well-being, while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Medical degree with board certification and valid license to practice medicine.
• At least 5 years of clinical medicine experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical compliance and ensure quality patient care.
• Educate medical personnel and maintain their professional development.

Skills

Clinical Medicine

Medical Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Public Health

Education

Medical Degree

Board Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Web-based Programs

Job description

Family Medicine Physician Job with Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM

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Are you looking for a Life-long Career? Lovelace is hiring a Medical Director for its growing Medical Group.

Summary:

The medical director (MeD) is responsible for medical supervision and overall regulation of all medical facets that may affect Lovelace Medical Group. The MeD's general duties include overseeing clinical compliance, the quality of patient care, and the education of the providers in the clinics within the MeD's purview.

The MeD works with management to coordinate various interdisciplinary teams to execute the clinic's policies, systems, and performances. The MeD must be deeply involved in the regulation and implementation of Lovelace Health System. The MeD ensures an adequate environment for the professional well-being of the providers while demonstrating exemplary behavior, cultivating respect, fairness, integrity, responsibility, and promoting trust and professionalism in the organization.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Oversee Clinical Compliance: Ensure quality patient care and fiscal compliance by confirming that the facilities are in compliance with state and federal regulations. Collaborate with the medical board to update, amend, and replace medical policies. Provide clinical oversight to ancillary services such as radiology, lab, pharmacy. Represent clinical specialty in issues such as risk, HIPAA, and strategic management.
• Maintain Quality of Patient Care: Provide high-quality customer service to a diverse patient population. Intervene and mediate in difficult situations involving patients. Direct a team of physicians and ensure compliance with Ardent and LMG standards. Create work groups and participate in leadership committees to improve patient care.
• Educate Medical Personnel: Maintain the professional development of medical personnel through clinical practices. Work directly with providers to educate them on care processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Provider Engagement: Facilitate and plan provider meetings, conduct rounds, and peer mentoring. Assist providers in meeting financial, coding, quality, risk, and patient satisfaction goals. Collaborate on issues related to conflict resolution, recruitment, and retention. Act as the clinical ambassador for onboarding and departures.
• Healthcare System Development: Stay informed about healthcare system needs related to specialty growth, emergency preparedness, and new initiatives. Work with specialty and hospitalist groups to strengthen relationships. Serve as a voting member for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Collaborate with CMO, COO, CFO, and managers on contracting and compensation.

Professional Requirements:

• Medical degree with board certification and valid license to practice medicine.
• At least 5 years of clinical medicine experience.
• 3 years of medical management or administrative experience preferred.
• Proficient with computers, web-based programs, and electronic medical records.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general medicine and public health principles.
• Understanding of legal and ethical standards, accreditation, and certification requirements.
• Willing to travel between clinics.

Additional Skills and Abilities:

• Broad, global thinking applied locally to improve practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to understand KPIs and work effectively with diverse teams.
• Supervision, advising, and training skills.
• Development and presentation of educational programs.

You're going to Love Lovelace

OUR PURPOSE: Caring for people, our patients, their families, and one another.

OUR MISSION: To serve our communities with compassion and respect as we promote their health and well-being.

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