Medical Director

Wexford Health Sources; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical operations at the Youth Justice Center in Memphis, TN. The role oversees care teams, protocols, and medical quality for a correctional population.

The Medical Director will chair clinical programs, supervise PAs and NPs, and collaborate with facility leadership to ensure compliant, high-quality patient care. Prior correctional healthcare leadership is preferred for this part-time position.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Current, unrestricted state medical license in state of practice.
• Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine preferred.
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice.
• Current DEA registration and CPR certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience, including leadership roles.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all medical services and evaluate the effectiveness of current care programs.
• Conduct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments across a wide variety of medical conditions.
• Provide on-call emergency medical care 24/7 and deliver minor surgical procedures as needed.
• Review all labs, x-rays, and ancillary reports—ensuring timely and thorough documentation.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, intake and annual exams, and infirmary rounds.
• Ensure emergency care is rendered for any illness or injury on facility premises.
• Act as the clinical liaison with outside medical specialists and hospitals for patient referrals and discharges.
• Lead and participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews in compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and AMA standards.
• Supervise site-level clinical staff, including PAs, NPs, and other healthcare professionals.
• Approve referrals, review outside provider care, and evaluate clinical documentation for compliance.
• Collaborate with facility leadership, security staff, and corporate medical teams on medical-related matters.
• Contribute to staff training, continuing education, and onboarding of new clinical hires.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

MD or DO degree

Current medical license

Job description

POSITION: Medical Director

SCHEDULE: 16 Hours Per Week

FACILITY: Youth Justice Center

LOCATION: Memphis, TN

Are you ready to lead clinical operations where your decisions truly make a difference?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare, delivering medical excellence and integrity to justice-involved populations for over 30 years. As a Medical Director, your leadership shapes the future of patient care behind the walls-where it's needed most.

Position Summary

As Medical Director, you'll serve as the chief clinical authority at the facility-leading care teams, shaping treatment protocols, and ensuring that every patient receives high-quality medical services. In this multifaceted role, you will:

• Oversee all medical services and evaluate the effectiveness of current care programs
• Conduct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments across a wide variety of medical conditions
• Provide on-call emergency medical care 24/7 and deliver minor surgical procedures as needed
• Review all labs, x-rays, and ancillary reports-ensuring timely and thorough documentation
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, intake and annual exams, and infirmary rounds
• Ensure emergency care is rendered for any illness or injury on facility premises
• Act as the clinical liaison with outside medical specialists and hospitals for patient referrals and discharges
• Lead and participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews in compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and AMA standards
• Supervise site-level clinical staff, including PAs, NPs, and other healthcare professionals
• Approve referrals, review outside provider care, and evaluate clinical documentation for compliance
• Collaborate with facility leadership, security staff, and corporate medical teams on medical-related matters
• Contribute to staff training, continuing education, and onboarding of new clinical hires

You’ll go beyond primary care. You'll be a clinical leader, medical advocate, and operational cornerstone for a population in need of stability and continuity.

What You’ll Need

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Current, unrestricted state medical license in state of practice
• Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty preferred
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice.
• Current DEA registration and CPR certification
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience, including prior leadership or supervisory roles
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and communication skills
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment

Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your leadership matters here. Your expertise changes lives.

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