Join the VitalCore Team! We are individuals driven by passion rather than profit.
VitalCore Health Strategies, a leader in correctional healthcare, is looking for a Part-Time Physician to join our team at Delta Correctional Facility in Greenwood, MS!
Are you seeking a fulfilling career in healthcare with competitive wages, annual incentive payments, and a comprehensive benefits package?
At VitalCore, we are proud to hire compassionate individuals dedicated to delivering quality services. Join us and see firsthand how we foster a supportive environment that values the hard work and commitment of our staff.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Site Medical Director serves as the responsible Physician and health authority per national standards, overseeing clinical services to ensure the delivery of necessary medical care both on-site and off-site, without additional managerial responsibilities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited medical school.
- Fully licensed to practice in the state of employment.
- Current DEA Registration.
- Preferred Board Certification.
- Fluency in English, including reading, writing, and understanding.
- Team-oriented with a supportive attitude.
- Able to make independent decisions when needed.
- Skilled in tactfully managing interactions with personnel, visitors, and government agencies.
- Leadership abilities and capacity to work well with and supervise other staff.
- No direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.
- Experience in sub-acute inpatient care and hospitalist settings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Consult with community medical providers to resolve patient service delivery issues.Supervise clinical services from professional and paraprofessional staff.Provide on-call services as required.Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies, procedures, and disaster plans.Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for quality and continuity of care.Sponsor Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in compliance with state laws for correctional facilities.Act as a resource for all staff Physicians and clinical staff at the facility.Assist in the hiring and evaluation of healthcare providers.Participate in in-service training and professional development.Represent the healthcare program in discussions with community groups or officials as necessary.Attend medical, clinical, and other required meetings.Provide care for sick calls, chronic care, and infirmary needs as needed.Document all patient interactions in medical records appropriately.Ensure documentation is timely, legible, and properly signed.Adhere to formulary guidelines before utilizing non-formulary procedures.Review non-formulary requests for proper documentation.Utilize in-house resources for treatment before seeking off-site referrals.Provide immediate emergency care as necessary.Advocate for high industry standards through innovative healthcare strategies and core values.Maintain proficiency in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED usage.Follow evidence-based standards of medical care through compliance with established policies.VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity in skills, experience, and perspectives.
We look forward to your application!