Medical Director/Physician

3 weeks ago


Porterville, United States Indian Health Service Full time

Locations: Porterville, CA

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:Salary Negotiable

Open Period:5/1/2024 until filled

Summary:Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Medical Director coordinates relative administration procedures and is the primary point of contact for the examination, diagnosis, and medical prevention/ treatment/education of for a full range of patients at TRIHCI. In this capacity, the Medical Director performs his/her duties with professionalism, compassion, and sound judgment to partner with TRIHCI's patients to improve their health status and quality of life. While serving in a supervisory capacity, the Medical Director does function to directly oversee the medical practice of mid-level providers and clinic physicians and work closely with the Director of Nurses (DON) to ensure the quality of medical services provided. The Medical Director is also required to serve as the Clinical Laboratory Director. The Medical Director must be able to communicate well and be able to establish rapport with patients and their families, being sensitive to the needs of the Indian community and its cultures, traditions, and values. The Medical Director must be familiar with the objectives of TRIHCI, must maintain genuine enthusiasm for the success of TRIHCI's health programs, and consequently exercise a strong sense of stewardship in developing and maintaining community relations.

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Duties:a) Perform and provide primary medical diagnostic, preventative, education, and treatment services at all TRIHCI facilities, and in accordance with applicable policies and standards. b) Initiate thorough patient interviews/medical histories and coordinate appropriate diagnostic and screening tests/examinations. c) Deliver preliminary diagnosis to patients and direct, prescribe, or provide a full treatment regimen, including health education, health maintenance, prescription medications, and follow-up services. d) Prepare, maintain, and update physical and electronic medical records in accordance with sound medical practice guidelines and organizational need. e) Coordinate patient referralsfor specialty health care, including coordination with TRIHCI's Contract Health Services department and available telemedicine programs. f) Admit or coordinate the admission of patients to area hospitals as necessary. g) Consult with other medical, mid-level, and nursing providers to ensure effective case management and to address complex or difficult patient issues. h) Coordinate, supervise, perform, and/or review routine lab work and therapeutic procedures including injections, immunizations, debridement, suture and care of superficial wounds, and other procedures. i) Contribute to the evaluation of clinic programs and quality improvement through participation, development, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives. j) Attend and contribute to all required meetings/consultations including general and medical staff meetings, and all specialized committee meetings. k) Assist clinical staff in monitoring, determining the need for, and ordering medical supplies, equipment, and medications kept onsite. I) Effectively represent TRIHCI by leading and participating in all program reviews by regulatory agencies (IHS, IHP, CHDP, Managed Care system, etc.). m) Ensure all required medical reports are completed in a timely manner, including annual diabetic audits, immunization reports, BOD reports, and other reports; n) Direct, monitor, and contribute to the development of mid-level providers through protocols, policies and procedures, and direct coaching. o) Develop and propose to the CEO, new medical standing orders, policies and guidelines, and treatment protocols as required by leadership or law. Additional Responsibilities may include: (See Position Description for more duties)

Qualifications:Knowledge. Skills, and Abilities 1) Must possess broad competency with medical skills and knowledge and be able to effectively apply them in an ambulatory outpatient setting. 2) Must possess or be able to obtain specific regulatory knowledge as it pertains to Indian health from entities such as IHS, CRIHB, IHP, and the State of California. 3) Must have good communication skills, be able to effectively communicate with diverse populations, and be willing to convey responsibilities to patients. 4) Demonstrate the ability to work independently in carrying out assignments while remaining reliable and dependable. 5) Possess basic computer and database software operation knowledge, and demonstrate a working knowledge of routine office hardware and equipment (e.g. printers, copiers, fax machines, etc.). 6) Must demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data. 7) Possess the ability to organize and follow one's own work schedule (i.e. setting priorities, being available during work hours, and meeting critical deadlines). 8) Possess the ability to perform well in group problem-solving situations and use reason even when dealing with highly emotional topics. 9) Possess the ability to become knowledgeable of health needs and services provided to the Indian community both on and near the reservation. 10) Demonstrate the competency and integrity to maintain the confidentiality of organizational, employee, and client records. 11) Possess the ability to deliver effective education, training, and presentations on technical medical subjects to large and/or small groups of various educational and cultural backgrounds. 12) Knowledge of causes, means of transmission and methods of control of communicable disease, principles and practices of diagnosis and treatment of common medical problems. A valid medical degree from an accredited School of Medicine is required for this position. (See Position Description for more qualifications)

Work Type:Permanent, Full


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