Medical Director

About the role

As Medical Director, you'll serve as the chief clinical authority at the facility—leading care teams, shaping treatment protocols, and ensuring that every patient receives high-quality medical services. In this multifaceted role, you will:

• Oversee all medical services and evaluate the effectiveness of current care programs
• Conduct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments across a wide variety of medical conditions
• Provide on-call emergency medical care 24/7 and deliver minor surgical procedures as needed
• Review all labs, x-rays, and ancillary reports—ensuring timely and thorough documentation
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, intake and annual exams, and infirmary rounds
• Ensure emergency care is rendered for any illness or injury on facility premises
• Act as the clinical liaison with outside medical specialists and hospitals for patient referrals and discharges
• Lead and participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews in compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and AMA standards
• Supervise site-level clinical staff, including PAs, NPs, and other healthcare professionals
• Approve referrals, review outside provider care, and evaluate clinical documentation for compliance
• Collaborate with facility leadership, security staff, and corporate medical teams on medical-related matters
• Contribute to staff training, continuing education, and onboarding of new clinical hires

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Current, unrestricted state medical license in state of practice
• Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty preferred
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice
• Current DEA registration and CPR certification
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience, including prior leadership or supervisory roles
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and communication skills
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment