PACE Medical Director, Jordan Valley Senior Care

About the role

The Medical Director is responsible for the delivery of participant care, clinical outcomes, and the implementation, as well as oversight, of the quality improvement program. Reporting relationships include the Executive Director and supervising the Primary Care Physician, Nurse Practitioners, Quality Improvement Coordinator, Pharmacist, and Registered Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical guidance and supervision of medical services activities.
• Develops Jordan Valley Senior Care clinical standards and medical practice guidelines and protocols.
• Oversees the Primary Care staff, including physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Participates in the delivery of primary care and after-hour on-call coverage.
• Manages the Medicare Part D Drug Management Program and oversees the QI Plan.
• Reviews and oversees the development and implementation of quality-of-care corrective action plans.
• Coordinates performance appraisals of the Primary Care Physician.
• Develops educational and other programs to build the skills of participating providers.
• Manages all communication with the provider network and represents Jordan Valley Senior Care externally.

Requirements

• M.D. or DO with current state of license.
• DEA registration and ability to obtain and maintain staff privileges at Jordan Valley Senior Care contracted agencies.
• Board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice with advanced certification in geriatrics preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a lead administrative role and 1-year primary care experience with a frail, elderly or long-term care population.
• Experience working in a managed care environment and resolving utilization, quality management, performance improvement, pharmacy and therapeutics, peer review, credentialing, and physician leadership issues.
• Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of physical, mental, and social needs of frail older adults.
• Effective skills in physical assessment and chronic disease management for frail older adults.
• Able to work within the interdisciplinary team setting and utilize basic computer skills in the workplace.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Dependable, flexible, and resourceful.
• Able to work effectively and in a collegial manner with all members of the management and medical staff.
• Able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network.
• Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High-Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna's DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed's Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand: Available.
• Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Reach out directly to Beth.Miller@jordanvalley.org for more information.