Medical Director

Naphcare, Inc.; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Naphcare, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to join our team at the Arizona State Prison Complex - Safford. This role entails providing direct medical care and ensuring quality health services for the unique patient population. Responsibilities include conducting medical rounds and leading healthcare initiatives.

Candidates must have a medical degree, valid Arizona physician license, and strong leadership skills. Full-time employees benefit from health insurance, 401K contributions, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills required.
• Experience in general medicine and managing medical teams necessary.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect medical care to patients.
• Conduct rounds in medical and infirmary units.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal mandates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of current medical principles

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO)

Valid license as a physician in Arizona

Board certification in Family or Internal Medicine

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Medical Director to join our team of medical professionals at the Arizona State Prison Complex - Safford, located in Safford, AZ.

As a Correctional Medical Director, you will be responsible for ensuring all clinical needs are being met within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals.

Responsibilities

The Medical Director is responsible for providing direct and indirect basic medical care to meet the physiological and emotional needs of the patients and ensuring quality care is provided to protect the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Conducting rounds in the medical and infirmary units
• Performing sick call visits, and managing chronic care
• Responding to and initiating care for medical emergencies
• Leading efforts to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of healthcare services
• Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities
• May supervise Staff Physicians and other medical staff
• Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
• Collaborating on with other medical professionals to ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• Valid license as a physician in the state where the facility is located
• Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Possess a current DEA registration
• Currently certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties in Family or Internal Medicine

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in general medicine, a strong knowledge of current medical principles and practices, and the ability to manage and direct medical team
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards

• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Benefits

Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran