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Priority Dispatch Corp. lists this Medical Director opportunity in largo, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location: Largo Campus - Largo, FL 33771Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeJob Category: Health Care
General Description
The Medical Director provides clinical and administrative leadership for all medical and psychiatric services within the organization. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care in compliance with federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and accepted medical practices.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide administrative and clinical oversight of all medical and psychiatric services, including supervision of physicians and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and implementation of quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
Develop, review, and approve medical policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and professional practice requirements, including oversight of medical documentation and required clinical approvals. (including sign treatment plans, assessments, certifications, and discharge documentation)
Monitor quality of care through peer review, chart audits, and performance improvement initiatives.
Conduct medical and psychiatric evaluations, physical exams, and mental status exams as needed.
Prescribe and monitor medications and evaluate effectiveness.
Facilitate withdrawal management and inpatient admissions when clinically indicated.
Participate in treatment team meetings and coordinate care with nursing and program leadership.
Provide consultation to third-party payors when necessary to support access to care.
Participate in agency committees and strategic planning initiatives.
Represent the organization in community, legislative, and professional settings.
Serve as the responsible physician for Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) services in accordance with 42 CFR Part 8 and applicable state regulations.
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) from an accredited institution.
Minimum of three (3) years of post-graduate clinical practice, inclusive of psychiatric residency
Experience in addiction treatment and/or behavioral health preferred.
Florida-licensed allopathic or osteopathic psychiatrist
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS
Active and unrestricted Physician license in the State of Florida.
Current DEA registration.
Medical malpractice insurance coverage.
Medicaid provider number.
Successful completion of background screening and fingerprinting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, stand, and move between program locations.
Ability to communicate effectively in person and electronically.
Ability to review and prepare detailed medical documentation.
Ability to respond to emergencies as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in clinical and office environments.
Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation.
Exposure to individuals with communicable diseases may occur.
Occasional travel between program sites may be required.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional responsibilities as needed.
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Worksite address
largo, FL, 34640, US
Who can apply
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