Physician Administrator 3/Medical Director - PN 20039744

About the role

The Medical Director serves as the primary clinical leader at Gallipolis Developmental Center, providing comprehensive medical care to individuals with complex health needs and overseeing the delivery, quality, and regulatory compliance of all medical services within the developmental center. The role ensures person-centered, integrated healthcare; establishes clinical policies and protocols; monitors quality indicators and clinical outcomes; and serves as a key medical consultant to executive leadership. Responsibilities include supervising clinical practice, coordinating interdisciplinary care, supporting regulatory surveys and audits, interpreting CMS and ICF/IID standards, utilizing electronic health record systems to guide clinical decision-making, and contributing to strategic healthcare initiatives. The Medical Director also functions as a vital liaison among internal teams, external providers, county boards, and DODD Central Office, ensuring safe, high-quality medical care for individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Direct Clinical Care: Provide comprehensive primary care, including examinations, diagnoses, treatments, medication management, and clinical follow-up. Order and interpret diagnostic tests and monitor responses to treatment. Ensure continuity of care and adherence to CMS, ICF/IID, and DODD standards.
• Medical Oversight & Quality Management: Plan, direct, and evaluate medical services within the developmental center. Establish medical policies, procedures, and clinical protocols. Monitor clinical outcomes and quality indicators using EHR data (e.g., PointClickCare). Identify risks, implement corrective actions, and support facility audits, surveys, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Participate in facility committees such as Admission/Discharge, MUI Review, Infection Control, Pharmacy Review, Emergency Preparedness, and Human Rights.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Provider Insight: Coordinate medical care across disciplines to ensure person-centered support. Collaborate with psychology, nursing, QIDPs, direct care staff, families/guardians, and other stakeholders. Document clinical encounters, orders, and outcomes in the EHR in a timely and compliant manner. Provide clinical guidance and oversight to Certified Nurse Practitioners and advanced practice providers. Consult with external specialists, county boards, and DODD Central Office regarding complex medical cases.
• Strategic Planning & Healthcare Initiatives: Contribute to strategic planning and development of healthcare initiatives. Use EHR reporting tools and performance data to support quality improvement and operational decision-making. Support staff training, clinical education, and development of policies that enhance medical services.

Requirements

• Certificate to practice medicine as issued by State Medical Board pursuant to Sections 4731.14 & 4731.281 of Revised Code.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Basic Medical Procedures, Medical Terminology
• Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication