Medical Director / Physician
Company: Vitalcore Health Strategies
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Start A New Career with VitalCore Health Strategies!VitalCore
Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional
healthcare, has an opening for a Medical Director / Physician at
Virginia Beach Correctional Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia!At
VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking
ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality
services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore
Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is
based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication
of our staff.MEDICAL DIRECTOR / PHYSICIAN BENEFITS PACKAGE:Holiday
Pay: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day,
Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving
Day, and Christmas DayMedical/Dental/Vision InsuranceLife
InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityIdentity Theft
ProtectionAnimal/Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program and
Discount Center401KPTOAnnual Incentive BonusMEDICAL DIRECTOR /
PHYSICIAN POSITION SUMMARYThe Site Medical Director serves as the
responsible Physician and health authority required by national
standards. They provide overall supervision for clinical services
for the site to ensure appropriate delivery of on and off site
necessary medical care but have no other managerial
responsibilities.MEDICAL DIRECTOR / PHYSICIAN MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTSGraduate of an accredited medical schoolFully licensed
to practice in the state of VirginiaCurrent DEA
RegistrationPreferred board certified or board eligible in primary
care specialty (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine) with
administrative experience in corrections and/or managed healthcare
deliveryMust be fluent in English language, including reading,
writing, speaking, and understanding.Must be a supportive team
member who contributes to and demonstrates team work and team
concept.Able to make independent decisions when circumstances
warrant such action.Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family
members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general
public.Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to
work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.Must not pose
a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the
workplaceMEDICAL DIRECTOR / PHYSICIAN ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSConsult
with medical providers in the community to resolve issues in
delivering services to patients.Supervise the clinical services
provided by the professional and paraprofessional staff.Ensure and
provide on-call services.Annually review and approve clinical
protocols, policies and procedures, and medical disaster
plans.Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for
appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care.Sponsor Physician
Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in compliance with the state law
for correctional facilities.Serve as a resource to all staff
Physicians and applicable clinical staff at the facility(s).Assist
in screening, interviewing, evaluating credentials, and hiring of
healthcare providers.Participate in in-service training
classes.Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local
civic groups or visiting officials as requested.Attend medical,
clinical and other meetings, as required.Complete sick call,
chronic care and infirmary care as required.Document all encounters
in patient's medical record.Ensure all documentation is timed,
legible and signed.Ensure all verbal or telephone orders are
countersigned as required.Adhere to approved formulary for
therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary
procedure.Review all non-formulary requests to ensure documentation
of pertinent observations and treatment conclusions.Utilize
available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution
of identified problems before utilizing off-sitereferral.Provide
emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or
emergency situations.To redefine benchmarks for the industry
utilizing core values, strong partnerships, effective clinical
practices, and innovative healthcare strategies.Ensure competence
in proper technique for basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED
use.Follow evidence base standards of medical care through
adherence to existing policies and procedures.Were people who are
fueled by passion, not by profit.VitalCore Health Strategies is an
equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and
maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an
opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the
business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique
perspectives.Keywords: Medical Director, Correctional Healthcare,
physician, MD#indmn#ZRFull-TimeOn call40 hrs/wkby Jobble
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