Full Time Medical Director/Physician Healthcare for the Homeless - Manchester, NH, United States - Catholic Medical Center

Description

Job Description - Full Time Medical Director/Physician Healthcare for the Homeless

Job Description

Full Time Medical Director/Physician Healthcare for the Homeless

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Plans, organizes, directs, oversees and evaluates all primary medical care and clinical services and practice activities at HCH Manchester. Provides primary medical care to patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under direction of Executive Director/CEO of HCH Manchester and within established HCH program expectations, policies and procedures incumbent performs the following functions:

Essential Functions:

• Establish, maintain and direct total CQI program and implementation, including development of clinical policies and procedures and methods of assuring compliance.

• Oversee the CQI program, in conjunction with management, Co-Applicant BOARD and CQI subcommittee.

• Establish, track, implement and maintain clinical quality audits, with support from other providers and staff. Develop and approve standing orders and protocols.

• Provide medial directions, consultation, and supervision in relation to established patient care guidelines.

• Oversee professional development and training of clinical staff.

• Supervise and support the clinical team concept, and other relevant concepts necessary to reinforce clinical practice patterns aimed at meeting the health of patients who are homeless.

• Participate in the recruitment, selection, promotion, and retention of physicians, mid-levels, and other clinicians in collaboration with Executive Director and key management.

• Assist in development and implementation of grant proposals, in collaboration with Executive Director and staff.

• Attend administrative, HCH staff, Co-Applicant Board, and strategic planning meetings.

• Act as the liaison to other medical providers in the community as indicated.

• Maintain cultural diversity and age related competencies for population served.

• Provide complete, comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout patients' life cycle.

• Manage acute and chronic illness including acute complications and routine follow-up; develop plans of care; arrange appropriate referrals.

• Accurate, timely documentation in records and related statements on behalf of patients.

• Other responsibilities as indicated.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed or be able to demonstrate ability to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

License to practice medicine in the State of NH. Board eligible or Board certified in internal medicine or primary care.

EXPERIENCE:

Clinical experience in community health, private practice or other ambulatory settings with vulnerable populations. Administrative experience and/or training relevant to clinic leadership.