Medical Director

Job Summary

THE GENERAL DUTY OF THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR IS TO PROVIDE OVERSIGHT FOR THE CBOC AND COMPREHENSIVE PROFESSIONAL OUTPATIENT PRIMARY MEDICAL SERVICES TO ENROLLED PATIENTS OF THE VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER (VAMC). THIS CARE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE VETERANS AFFAIRS PRIMARY CARE PROGRAM.

Essential Functions

• Provide vision and direction of clinical services including new or improved program implementation
• Provide medical care based on primary and preventive care to meet the needs (physical, mental, and emotional) of patients
• Collaborate with the Clinic Manager to provide leadership to CBOC clinicians
• Assist the STGi Program Manager in implementation of Quality Performance Improvement Team (QPIT) strategic initiatives
• Evaluate adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety
• Design and participate in quality improvement, care management, risk management, peer review, utilization review, clinical outcomes, and health enhancement activities
• Ensure consistency in evidence-based practice standards across the CBOC’s
• Implement and attend provider huddles to assure situational awareness of clinic operational limitations and daily work planning
• Function as a director for the CLIA waived laboratory testing
• Expand clinical services by implementing and facilitating non-traditional encounters
• Analyze data to meet Veteran Administration (VA) clinical performance standards
• Participate on the STGi Performance Excellence Team (PET)
• Sign a collaborative practice agreement with clinic APRN and/or PA
• Evaluate and maintain universal precautions and infection control practices
• Administer medications per facility protocols
• Keep the VISTA clinic reminder tracking system and notifications current for each enrolled patient
• Comply with STGi policies and VA contract regulations

Required Skills

• Retain an active, full and unrestricted medical license in New York with required five (5) years of primary care experience without board certification; two years with board certification or eligibility
• Formal management and leadership courses and certifications are highly desired
• Experience in Internal Medicine or Family Practice Board-certified by the ABMS in Internal Medicine or Family Practice or the BOS ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice or board eligible
• Current and unrestricted DEA
• Retain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Training Network (MTN)
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with the community and VA standards of practice
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations
• Must have exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience in handling difficult customer situations
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task
• Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain
• Knowledge of the basic concepts of customer service techniques related to age-specific population
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language along with proper telephone etiquette
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and computer maneuverability including experience with electronic medical records systems

Required Experience

• Possess a Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, a Doctorate degree in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
• Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Approved residencies are those approved by the ACGME and AOA
• Other non-US residencies must be followed by a minimum of five years verified practice in the United States

Required Education

• Possess a Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, a Doctorate degree in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
• Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Approved residencies are those approved by the ACGME and AOA
• Other non-US residencies must be followed by a minimum of five years verified practice in the United States

Company Information

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission. STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy. STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.