Job Title & Role Description:The
Medical Director will partner with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to deliver innovative and high-quality care in the home and community for high-need, high-risk, high-utilizing patients. Job requires a leader with a proven track record of innovation, achievement of measurable goals, and exceptional clinical competencies. The candidate has a proactive role in the marketplace and with our patients: delivering care directly and providing clinical oversight to the members of our Interdisciplinary Care Team. The ideal candidate must be flexible and willing to work in a high growth, fast paced company where the scope of services and protocols will evolve. This is a dynamic environment requiring flexibility, dedication, and commitment to improve care for underserved populations. The role is primary remote, but residence in the state of interest is required. Approximately 20% of your time will be doing direct patient care.
Skills Required:- Doctor of Medicine degree from a recognized medical school program
- Must possess a current, unrestricted medical license in the State(s) of interest
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or in related primary/specialty care
- Minimum three years of experience practicing in a direct patient care environment
- Previous medical leadership and teaching experience preferred
- Expertise in of population-based medicine and quality improvement principles
- Experience with managing patient with complex needs, included behavioral health and substance use diagnoses
- Strong healthcare management acumen, including working knowledge of current U. S. payer and provider landscape
- Must be able to positively interact with other clinicians, senior management, patients and their families, and all levels of medical and non-medical professionals
- The high sense of urgency and can-do attitude required
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills - will proactively and thoroughly communicate with other members of the team and seek input and guidance to solve tough problems
- Technical acumen with EMR system (Athena experience a plus)
Key Behaviors:Proactive Leadership:
- Takes initiative in shaping clinical direction and driving the delivery of high-quality care, while motivating and leading interdisciplinary teams.
Collaboration:
- Works effectively across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure integrated, patient-centered care.
Flexibility and Adaptability:
- Able to navigate a rapidly evolving work environment, adjust strategies as needed, and embrace new methods of care delivery.
Accountability:
- Demonstrates ownership of both clinical outcomes and team performance, ensuring high-quality care for patients.
Empathy:
- Consistently demonstrates compassion and understanding toward patients and team members, recognizing the complexities of their needs.
Effective Communicator:
- Clearly articulates clinical goals, challenges, and changes to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering transparency and collaboration.
Patient-Centered Approach:
- Prioritizes patient needs and ensures decisions are made with the goal of improving patient health and quality of life.
Competencies:Clinical Expertise:
- In-depth knowledge of medical practice, population health, and the application of medical principles to high-need patient populations.
Leadership:
- Proven ability to lead and manage clinical teams, providing oversight, mentorship, and direction to ensure optimal patient care.
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking:
- Ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective, data-driven solutions to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
- Expertise in working with cross-functional teams, fostering effective partnerships with diverse healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient outcomes.
Healthcare System Knowledge:
- Deep understanding of healthcare payer and provider systems, policies, and regulations to ensure effective service delivery.
Quality Improvement:
- Skilled in the application of quality improvement methods to continuously enhance care delivery processes and outcomes.
Technology Proficiency:
- Experience with EMR systems (Athena preferred) and the ability to leverage technology to improve care coordination and patient outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Ability to interact with key stakeholders, including patients, families, senior management, and external partners, to align on goals and drive operational success.
NY pay range
$250,000-$250,000 USD
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