Part-Time Medical Director, Correctional Health

University of Europe for Applied Sciences Dubai; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 96,432 - 137,760; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employer-funded retirement plans

Paid occurrence malpractice coverage

Epic EHR with provider-centered tools

AI-enabled documentation tools

Job summary

MUSC Health in Lexington, SC is seeking a Medical Director to oversee correctional health services at the Lexington County Detention Center. The role combines clinical leadership with direct patient care, employing telehealth and on-site visits to manage acute and chronic conditions for incarcerated individuals.

Ideal candidates hold an MD or DO with an active SC license, with board certification preferred.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with active, unrestricted SC medical license (or eligibility).
• Board certification preferred; experience in correctional/primary care/emergency/internal/family medicine strongly desired.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the medical management of healthcare services at the detention center.
• Provide direct medical care via telehealth and in-person visits as needed.
• Oversee evidence-based clinical practices to ensure high standards of care and patient safety.
• Conduct intake evaluations, chronic care clinics, urgent/emergent assessments, and follow-up care.
• Review and implement clinical policies, procedures, and protocols per correctional standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with detention center leadership, nursing, mental health providers, and ancillary services for integrated care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, utilization review, infection control, and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards for correctional healthcare.
• Serve as the primary clinical liaison for medical issues, risk mitigation, and healthcare operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Patient care

Ethical practice

DEA

Education

MD/DO with SC license

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

MUSC Health in Lexington, SC is seeking a Medical Director to oversee correctional health services at the Lexington County Detention Center. The role combines clinical leadership with direct patient care, employing telehealth and on-site visits to manage acute and chronic conditions for incarcerated individuals.

Ideal candidates hold an MD or DO with an active SC license, with board certification preferred.