Part-Time Medical Director - Correctional Health

Wexford Health Sources; Santa Rosa (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company (匹

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical operations at Guadalupe County Correctional Facility in Santa Rosa, NM.

You’ll serve as the chief clinical authority, directing care teams and shaping treatment protocols to ensure high-quality medical services for justice-involved populations. The role involves overseeing medical services, performing patient evaluations, providing 24/7 on-call emergency care, and guiding quality assurance efforts.

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.
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification.
• Current DEA registration and CPR certification.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience with leadership experience.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all medical services and evaluate the effectiveness of current care programs.
• Conduct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments across various medical conditions.
• Provide on-call emergency medical care 24/7 and perform minor surgical procedures as needed.
• Review labs, x-rays, and reports; ensure thorough documentation.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, exams, and infirmary rounds.
• Ensure emergency care is rendered for illnesses or injuries on site.
• Act as clinical liaison with outside specialists and hospitals for referrals.
• Lead quality assurance programs and chart reviews per standards.
• Supervise site-level clinical staff, including PAs and NPs.
• Approve referrals and review outside provider care for compliance.
• Collaborate with facility leadership and corporate medical teams on medical matters.
• Contribute to staff training and onboarding of new clinicians.

Skills

Interdisciplinary team leadership

Clinical governance

Quality assurance

Emergency response

Education

MD or DO degree

State medical license

Board certification (Family/Internal Medicine)

Active DEA registration

CPR certification

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical operations at Guadalupe County Correctional Facility in Santa Rosa, NM.

You’ll serve as the chief clinical authority, directing care teams and shaping treatment protocols to ensure high-quality medical services for justice-involved populations. The role involves overseeing medical services, performing patient evaluations, providing 24/7 on-call emergency care, and guiding quality assurance efforts.