Medical Director

TEEMA; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including Medical,**

Dental and Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical direction and supervision for outpatient geriatric care in Owensboro, Kentucky. You will lead a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and care staff to deliver high quality patient care within a managed care environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing care delivery, developing medical policies and protocols, guiding quality improvement initiatives, managing provider performance and education, and coordinating with the Network and

Qualifications

• MD or DO with current State license and DEA registration.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice; geriatrics advanced cert preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a lead administrative role.
• Experience in managed care, utilization, quality management, and physician leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of patient care and ensure positive clinical outcomes.
• Provide medical guidance and supervision for all medical services activities.
• Develop and maintain medical policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols.
• Lead implementation of clinical standards and practice guidelines.
• Oversee Quality Improvement plans and corrective actions.
• Educate and supervise care team; coordinate provider performance appraisals.
• Develop educational programs for providers; liaise with Contract Manager.
• Represent organization to external agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Oversee two facilities and balance admin/clinical duties.

Skills

Leadership

Medical supervision

Quality improvement

Policy development

Education

MD/DO

Board certified (Internal Medicine or Family Practice)

Geriatrics certification preferred

Job description

The Medical Director will provide general medical direction and supervision for the care of their patients. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of care, clinical outcomes, and the implementation of quality improvement initiatives. You will lead a dynamic team, ensuring the development and adherence to medical policies, procedures, and protocols. Your expertise will guide primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing staff, and allied health services to deliver the highest standard of patient care. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a comprehensive, managed care environment that prioritizes efficiency and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the delivery of patient care and ensure positive clinical outcomes.

Provide medical guidance and supervision for all medical services activities.

Lead the development and maintenance of medical policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols.

Ensure the development and implementation of clinical standards, medical practice guidelines, and protocols.

Oversee the Quality Improvement (QI) Plan and ensure quality of care through corrective action plans.

Actively participate in the oversight, training, and education of the care team.

Coordinate performance appraisals for primary care physicians.

Develop educational programs to enhance the skills of participating providers.

Manage communication with the provider network in collaboration with the Contract Manager.

Represent the organization to external agencies, professional groups, and regulatory bodies as necessary.

Demonstrate the necessary skills and competencies as outlined in the position specific requirements.

Overseeing two facilities

Medical Director update 75% administration 25% clinical duties

Oversee two sites

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

M.D. or D.O. with a current state license, and DEA registration.

Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice with advanced certification in geriatrics preferred.

Minimum 3 years of experience in a lead administrative role.

Experience working in a managed care environment and collaborating with peers and other health providers on utilization, quality management, performance improvement, pharmacy and therapeutics, peer review, credentialing, and physician leadership.

Minimum 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. If not, training will be provided upon hiring.

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and required auto insurance coverage.

Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before engaging in direct patient contact.

Successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.

Desired Qualifications

Strong verbal, written, and public speaking skills.

In depth knowledge of the physical, mental, and social needs of frail older adults.

Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.

Proficient in basic computer skills.

Strong organizational skills with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

Dependable, flexible, and resourceful.

Ability to work effectively and collegially with all members of the management and medical staff.

Sensitivity and effectiveness in working with individuals from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Setting

Outpatient Clinic working with the geriatric population.

Benefits

• Benefits package; Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 401(k), and Employee assistance program, etc

Competitive salary, and flexiable.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time, on-site position.