Medical Director/ Physician
Company: Indian Health Service
Location: Porterville
Posted on: February 22, 2021
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Job Description:
The Indian Health Service continues to work closely with our
tribal partners to coordinate a comprehensive public health
response to COVID-19. Read the latest info . Summary: Under the
direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Medical Director
coordinates relative administration procedures and is the primary
point of contact for the examination, diagnosis, and medical
prevention/ treatment/education of for a full range of patients at
TRIHCI. In this capacity, the Medical Director performs his/her
duties with professionalism, compassion, and sound judgment to
partner with TRIHCI's patients to improve their health status and
quality of life. While serving in a supervisory capacity, the
Medical Director does function to directly oversee the medical
practice of mid-level providers and clinic physicians and work
closely with the Director of Nurses (DON) to ensure the quality of
medical services provided. The Medical Director is also required to
serve as the Clinical Laboratory Director. The Medical Director
must be able to communicate well and be able to establish rapport
with patients and their families, being sensitive to the needs of
the Indian community and its cultures, traditions, and values. The
Medical Director must be familiar with the objectives of TRIHCI,
must maintain genuine enthusiasm for the success of TRIHCI's health
programs, and consequently exercise a strong sense of stewardship
in developing and maintaining community relations.
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Medical
Director coordinates relative administration procedures and is the
primary point of contact for the examination, diagnosis, and
medical prevention/ treatment/education of for a full range of
patients at TRIHCI. In this capacity, the Medical Director performs
his/her duties with professionalism, compassion, and sound judgment
to partner with TRIHCI's patients to improve their health status
and quality of life. While serving in a supervisory capacity, the
Medical Director does function to directly oversee the medical
practice of mid-level providers and clinic physicians and work
closely with the Director of Nurses (DON) to ensure the quality of
medical services provided. The Medical Director is also required to
serve as the Clinical Laboratory Director. The Medical Director
must be able to communicate well and be able to establish rapport
with patients and their families, being sensitive to the needs of
the Indian community and its cultures, traditions, and values. The
Medical Director must be familiar with the objectives of TRIHCI,
must maintain genuine enthusiasm for the success of TRIHCI's health
programs, and consequently exercise a strong sense of stewardship
in developing and maintaining community relations. Duties: a)
Perform and provide primary medical diagnostic, preventative,
education, and treatment services at allTRIHCI facilities, and in
accordance with applicable policies and standards.b) Initiate
thorough patient interviews/medical histories and coordinate
appropriate diagnostic and screening tests/examinations.c) Deliver
preliminary diagnosis to patients and direct, prescribe, or provide
a full treatment regimen, includinghealth education, health
maintenance, prescription medications, and follow-up services.d)
Prepare, maintain, and update physical and electronic medical
records in accordance with sound medical practice guidelines and
organizational need.e) Coordinate patient referrals for specialty
health care, including coordination with TRIHCI's Contract
HealthServices department and available telemedicine programs.f)
Admit or coordinate the admission of patients to area hospitals as
necessary.g) Consult with other medical, mid-level, and nursing
providers to ensure effective case management and toaddress complex
or difficult patient issues.h) Coordinate, supervise, perform,
and/or review routine lab work and therapeutic procedures including
injections, immunizations, debridement, suture and care of
superficial wounds, and other procedures.i) Contribute to the
evaluation of clinic programs and quality improvement through
participation, development, and implementation of quality
improvement initiatives.j) Attend and contribute to all required
meetings/consultations including general and medical staff
meetings, and all specialized committee meetings.k) Assist clinical
staff in monitoring, determining the need for, and ordering medical
supplies, equipment, and medications kept onsite.I) Effectively
represent TRIHCI by leading and participating in all program
reviews by regulatory agencies(IHS, IHP, CHDP, Managed Care system,
etc.).m) Ensure all required medical reports are completed in a
timely manner, including annual diabetic audits, immunization
reports, BOD reports, and other reports;n) Direct, monitor, and
contribute to the development of mid-level providers through
protocols, policies and procedures, and direct coaching.o) Develop
and propose to the CEO, new medical standing orders, policies and
guidelines, and treatment protocols as required by leadership or
law.Additional Responsibilities may include:a) Carryout special
assignments to upgrade clinical quality of care and administration
as assigned.b) Perform general medical or administrative duties,
within the appropriate scope of work, as needed and assigned.c)
Other duties as assigned.Qualifications: To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are
representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications: 1)
Must possess broad competency with medical skills and knowledge and
be able to effectively apply them in an ambulatory outpatient
setting.2) Must possess or be able to obtain specific regulatory
knowledge as it pertains to Indian health from entities such as
IHS, CRIHB, IHP, and the State of California.3) Must have good
communication skills, be able to effectively communicate with
diverse populations, andbe willing to convey responsibilities to
patients.4) Demonstrate the ability to work independently in
carrying out assignments while remaining reliable and dependable.5)
Possess basic computer and database software operation knowledge,
and demonstrate a workingknowledge of routine office hardware and
equipment (e.g. printers, copiers, fax machines, etc.).6) Must
demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing
clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and
operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and
for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data.7) Possess the ability
to organize and follow one's own work schedule (i.e. setting
priorities, being available during work hours, and meeting critical
deadlines).8) Possess the ability to perform well in group
problem-solving situations and use reason even when dealing with
highly emotional topics.9) Possess the ability to become
knowledgeable of health needs and services provided to the
Indiancommunity both on and near the reservation.10) Demonstrate
the competency and integrity to maintain the confidentiality of
organizational, employee, and client records.11) Possess the
ability to deliver effective education, training, and presentations
on technical medicalsubjects to large and/or small groups of
various educational and cultural backgrounds.12) Knowledge of
causes, means of transmission and methods of control of
communicable disease, principles and practices of diagnosis and
treatment of common medical problems.Education and/or ExperienceA
valid medical degree from an accredited School of Medicine is
required for this position.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsA
current California driver's license and a good driving record are
required for this position. Current unrestricted medical licensure
in the State of California, current BCLS certification, and current
DEA and National Provider Identification (NPI)l registration
numbers are also required from this position.Preferred
Qualifications and ContingenciesTwo (2) to four (4) years prior
supervisory medical experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting;
Board certification in a primary care specialty; ACLS and/or PALS
certification; and the ability to obtain local hospital admitting
privileges are preferred for this position. Knowledge pertaining to
AAAHC or JACHO standards for accreditation and patient care are
also preferred.TRIHCI maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace,
and all offers of employment are contingent on the successful
completion of a criminal background check, a post-offer drug test
and physical, and verification of each candidate's right to work in
the United States.Physical Work Environment: The description
provided here is representative of those conditions in which the
Medical Director will be required to perform the essential
functions of this position. As stated earlier, reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions of this position.While
performing the duties of this position, the Medical Director is
situated in a standard office environment within the health center,
where there is little or no exposure to variations in the weather
or other similar elements. The Medical Director will move
throughout the health center to meet with supervisors and co--
workers but maintains direct patient/client contact. Consequently,
the Medical Director must:1. Possess the mobility to work in a
standard office setting (i.e. walk, stand, or sit for extended
periods of time);2. Posses the ability to use standard office
equipment to write, type, copy, fax, or perform other duties;3.
Possess the strength to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 15
lbs. repeatedly and up to 45 lbs. intermittently;4. Possess the
visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen;
and5. Demonstrate hearing and speech capabilities that allow
him/her to communicate in person and over the telephone as
required,6. Possess the ability to push, bend and/or lift to help
patients to/from vehicle, wheelchairs, stretchers, etc., and moving
equipment and medical supplies.The clinical setting at TRIHCI is
categorized by OSHA as a Blood-borne Pathogen Category I facility.
Consequently, there exists the potential for exposure to blood,
body fluid/tissue, and infectious wastes. There also exists the
potential for exposure to chemicals, biologicals, toxicants, and
irradiants found on-site. Please use the following information to
get more information about or apply for this job posting. IHS
Headquarters, Indian Health Service, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville,
MD 20857 - Find a Mail Stop
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