Site Medical Director - Lead Care for Underserved

Wellpath; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 281,292 - 312,549; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401k

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with fitness memberships

DailyPay option

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Wilkes-Barre is seeking a Site Medical Director to oversee medical care and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. Responsibilities include direct patient care, supervision of clinical staff, and documentation management. Candidates should be medical school graduates with experience in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, or Public Health and must maintain necessary licenses. The role promotes a supportive culture and career advancement opportunities while helping underserved populations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine or Public Health preferred.
• Must maintain current licensure within the State of employment.
• Maintain a current DEA number.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care and supervision of clinical staff.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the EMR.
• Manage emergency situations adhering to formulary guidelines.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and chronic care clinics.
• Liaise with community healthcare providers for better patient outcomes.

Skills

Direct patient care

Emergency situation management

Leadership and supervision

Pharmacy oversight

Collaboration with healthcare providers

Education

Medical school graduate

Job description

A healthcare organization located in Wilkes-Barre is seeking a Site Medical Director to oversee medical care and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. Responsibilities include direct patient care, supervision of clinical staff, and documentation management. Candidates should be medical school graduates with experience in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, or Public Health and must maintain necessary licenses. The role promotes a supportive culture and career advancement opportunities while helping underserved populations.