Medical Director-Oncology

The Department of Medicine of the University Of Maryland School Of Medicine and the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC), located in Baltimore, MD are recruiting for a full-time Medical Director of the University of Maryland St. Joseph Cancer Institute, located in Towson, MD.

GENERAL SUMMARY

• In conjunction with the leadership team develops, evaluates and implements clinical programs that creates competitive and clinically appropriate patient access
• Represents oncology service line to the community, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders to ensure seamless access to services, robust patient education and innovative screening programs
• Acts as admitting, attending and / or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital
• Ensure delivery of care and services meet regulatory, practice and accreditation standards
• Provide medical expertise in matters involving capital / strategic planning, space modifications, infection control, policies and procedures, safety, and emergency preparedness
• Identifies and promotes areas to improve patient safety, corrects inappropriate and or inadequate medical care and takes overall ownership to resolve conflicting patient care decision making
• In collaboration with Oncology Practice Leadership and UM SJMC Leadership teams, develop annual clinical operational goals and interventions in alignment with Oncology Clinical Service Line roadmap.
• Attend UM Cancer Network Clinical and Research group meetings and ensure material is matriculated to onsite teams for evaluation, development and implementation in accord with institutional research processes
• Conducts physician peer review activities as requested by medical staff office
• Assist in the development and training of formal continuing medical education of onsite providers
• Support marketing and program development outreach efforts and actively participates in community activities.
• Other UM Cancer Network Affiliation duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Note : The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORS

DIRECTOR COMPENTENCIES

Professional Knowledge / Expertise

Resource Management

Process Improvement and Capacity Building

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE