Medical Director Hybrid Schedule onsite and tele

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Clayton, NM seeks a Medical Director to lead clinical operations at Northeast NM CF. The role oversees medical services, guides treatment protocols, and ensures high-quality care for justice-involved patients.

You will supervise clinical staff, coordinate with specialists, and participate in QA efforts to meet NCCHC/ACA/AMA standards, while advancing staff development and patient safety.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Communication

Administrative skills

DEA registration

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification

Job description

POSITION: Medical Director

SCHEDULE: 30 Hours Per Week

FACILITY: Northeast NM CF

LOCATION: Clayton, NM

Can help with travel expenses!!!

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.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

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

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