Site Medical Director

Wellpath; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 235,569 - 261,744; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition assistance and dependent schol

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company‑paid life insurance

Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA

Wellness program

Banking perks for loans

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions in North Carolina is seeking a physician to provide direct medical care, supervise staff, and document patient encounters accurately in a correctional/clinical setting. You will ensure compliance and coordinate with teams to support patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include leading quality improvement, monitoring chronic care clinics, collaborating with health services, and maintaining relationships with community providers.

Qualifications

• Medical school graduate.
• Must have and maintain current licensure within the State of employment.
• Maintains a current DEA number.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
• Must maintain privileges. Maintains CME requirements for continued medical practice in the State.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care, supervise staff, and ensure complete, accurate documentation of patient encounters.
• Respond to urgent and emergency situations, adhere to established formularies, and use in-house resources before external referrals.
• Oversee clinical program compliance with NCCHC and ACA standards, reviewing and approving protocols annually.
• Partner with the Health Services Administrator to lead quality improvement programs, chronic care clinics, and pharmacy monitoring.
• Serve as liaison with community healthcare providers and offer consultation to facility professionals.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Documentation accuracy

Emergency response

Healthcare operations

Education

Medical school graduate

Tools

DEA license

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare. Join us

Compensation Information: $171 - $190 / hour

Department (Org): Administration

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care, supervise staff, and ensure complete, accurate documentation of patient encounters.
• Respond to urgent and emergency situations, adhere to established formularies, and use in-house resources before external referrals.
• Oversee clinical program compliance with NCCHC and ACA standards, reviewing and approving protocols annually.
• Partner with the Health Services Administrator to lead quality improvement programs, chronic care clinics, and pharmacy monitoring.
• Serve as liaison with community healthcare providers and offer consultation to facility professionals.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Medical school graduate.

Experience

• Experience in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Public Health preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Must have and maintain current licensure within the State of employment.
• Maintains a current DEA number.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
• Must maintain privileges. Maintains CME requirements for continued medical practice in the State.

Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work‑life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being.

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it.
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans.

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.