SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES The Specialty Care Medical Director is responsible for having direct oversight and leadership of the healthcare providers associated with the Specialty Care Centers, ensuring high standards of medical care. In conjunction with the Specialty Care Center Manager, the Medical Director assists in guiding the clinic's strategic direction, and advances TVH’s Mission by developing clinical protocols, and works to improve the quality of patient care by enabling the healthcare providers to function in their roles as effectively and efficiently as possible. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different functions be performed when circumstances change or exigencies require (this includes but is not limited to emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments). Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :
- Clinical Leadership : The Specialty Care Medical Director is expected to lead by example and provide clinical leadership to the healthcare team, ensuring best practices in patient care and adherence to medical protocols. Developing and implementing strategies and metrics for collaborative care design with the Primary Care Medical Directors to ensure optimal, outcomes-based care delivery to patients across the practice.
- Monitor and analyze clinical performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Facilitate regular clinician staff meetings to discuss operational issues, share updates, and promote teamwork. Conduct regularly scheduled one on one meetings with clinicians to review overall performance and discuss any concerns and / or new ideas / opportunities for performance or operational improvements. Conduct annual performance evaluations for all clinician staff within the care center. Continuously advance the value-based mindset of the specialty group.
To facilitate collaboration between primary and specialty care to focus on value based medical care. Quality Improvement :
Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.Policy Development :
Assist operations to develop and implement clinical policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory standards.Patient Care :
Provide direct patient care approximately 2 days per week.Financial Management :
Participate in budgeting, financial planning, and the management of clinical resources. Review with the Care Center Manager, at least monthly, the Care Center PCP P&L Dashboard.Collaboration :
Work collaboratively with local leadership in both Primary Care and Specialty Care, administrative staff, other department heads, and external partners to support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.Compliance :
Ensure the clinic complies with all TVH policies, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and ethical guidelines.Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping practices are followed in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Community Engagement :
Represent the clinic in the community and promote its services through outreach and public relations efforts.Research and Education :
Encourage and support clinical research and ongoing education for medical staff.Strategic Planning :
Contribute to the development and implementation of the clinic's strategic plans, focusing on growth and improvement.Advancing the team-based care approach in primary care to improve management of ambulatory sensitive conditions, the appropriateness of referrals, and the effectiveness of consultations.EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.Board certification in a relevant specialty.Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in a leadership role.Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Florida.KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Experience in healthcare administration and financial management.Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The Specialty Care Medical Director will guide, and mentor assigned direct reports, ensuring that medical practices, processes, and workflows are efficient and effective in meeting TVH business needs.This role requires alignment with TVH’s Core Values, Code of Conduct, and established Policies and Procedures.The Specialty Care Medical Director will be responsible for developing and executing operational strategies under the direction of the CMO, promoting a culture of excellence, and collaborating with all departments and leadership to enhance overall performance.The Specialty Care Medical Director will have direct supervision of all physicians and Advanced Practice Providers within the Specialty Care Centers.Powered by JazzHR