- Provide leadership, supervision, and direction to the medical staff and clinic staff.
- Ensure continuous medical coverage by participating in medical staff schedules.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists and other clinicians to deliver comprehensive and continuous patient care, including diagnosis, management, and appropriate referrals.
- Oversee and provide emergency medical services to employees.
- Review and revise policies, develop practice guidelines, and implement disease management protocols to improve clinical care.
- Develop and monitor Quality Assurance (QA) indicators to meet regulatory requirements and participate in the hospital-wide performance improvement process.
- Conduct admission history and physical examinations for patients.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, EKGs, and X-rays as needed.
- Perform routine evaluations of patients and address difficult cases through consultation; perform minor surgical procedures when required.
- Respond to emergency medical calls and establish doctor-to-doctor contacts with external hospitals.
- Contribute to staff development activities, including ongoing educational initiatives.
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Current and valid registration as a physician under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.
- Thorough knowledge of clinical medicine based on experience and training.
- Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations throughout the campus.
- Capacity to refer patients/staff to appropriate facilities as needed.
- Experience working effectively with patients with chronic illness.
- Knowledge of recovery-oriented practices and person-centered approaches.
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a medical setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement processes.
- Strong clinical skills with the ability to provide comprehensive patient care and make informed medical decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate with patients and staff.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in utilizing electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant medical software.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated on advancements in medical practices and evidence-based medicine.
- Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Teams, and Outlook.
- Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.
- Prior experience with the adolescent population.
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Family Medical Physician - Worcester, United States - State of Massachusetts
Description
The Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) operated by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking an experienced Physician to perform a critical role in assisting the Physician Specialist in providing comprehensive medical support to patients.
The primary responsibilities of this role will involve leading, supervising, and directing the medical staff and clinic staff. The selected candidate will ensure continuous medical coverage by participating in the medical staff schedules.Collaborating with psychiatrists and other clinicians, the Physician will provide continuous and holistic patient care, including diagnosis, management, and appropriate referrals.
Our candidate will have a multifaceted role that encompasses leadership, supervision, patient care, collaboration, emergency services, quality assurance, and staff development.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Physician will contribute to the provision of high-quality medical support services and the overall well-being of patients and staff.
Please note:
This is a 40-hour/week Monday - Friday (8a-4:30p), but flexible to include weekend coverage if interested.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
About Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH):
Located on over 20 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) is part of an integrated network of effective, efficient, and culturally competent mental health services.
It provides intermediate and long-term inpatient care for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who live in Massachusetts, as well as individuals requiring specialized court ordered evaluations.
WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults and 30 adolescents, inclusive of a Deaf Inpatient Mental Health Service program for 10 patients.
WRCH:
Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) |
DMH Mission Statement:
The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities.
Pre-Offer Process
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired.
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.
For questions, please contact Employment & Staffing at , Option 4.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience as a registered physician.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Current and valid registration as a physician under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards
Title 101 CMR "Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.
We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
