Physician-Medical Control Officer

MultiCare Health System; Auburn, Washington, Mahomet (AL, District of Columbia, IL); On-site; USD 332,000 - 348,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Control Officer Physician to provide critical medical direction across its facilities. This role is pivotal in ensuring appropriate patient care and resource allocation, making a significant impact on community health. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical experience and a strong background in data analytics and process improvement. Join a mission-driven organization that values respect, integrity, and collaboration, and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes and fostering a sense of belonging among caregivers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years clinical experience as a hospitalist preferred.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction for patient transfers within MultiCare facilities.
• Facilitate capacity management and avoid unnecessary admissions.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Data Analytics

Utilization Management

Process Improvement

Education

MD/DO in Internal Medicine

Board Certification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Medical Control Officer Physician at MultiCare

Location & Schedule: FTE: 0.75, Shift: Varies, Schedule: Varied

Contact: [e-mail]

Salary: $332,800.00 - 347,942.40 based on a 1.0 FTE

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a Medical Control Officer Physician responsible for providing safe and effective medical direction to determine the appropriate level of care and facility disposition for all patients transferring into or between MultiCare Health System facilities.

• Has complete decision-making authority to facilitate capacity management across MHS, including patient progression, avoiding unnecessary admissions, and decreasing length of stay.
• Provides system medical direction and prioritizes patient placement into scarce resources to meet community needs.
• Works in a multidisciplinary environment, using critical thinking to interpret complex information and guide patients to appropriate care facilities and levels of care.
• Develops and leverages technology to improve understanding of each CBU's capability and capacity.

Requirements

• Qualified as 'provider' under Medicare or Medicaid programs.
• 5 years of clinical experience as a hospitalist preferred.
• Board certification/eligibility (MD/DO) in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Med/Peds, Hospital Medicine; leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with data analytics, utilization management, case management, and process improvement preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Physician license in WA and applicable neighboring states.
• Privileging and credentialing at all MHS sites.

Our Values

We embody Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness, and Joy, which guide our organization and patient care.

Why Choose MultiCare?

• Belonging: Creating a true sense of belonging for all caregivers
• Mission-driven: Committed to partnering for healing and a healthy future
• Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based health system
• Employee-centric: Recognized as one of Forbes'