Medical Director Physician

Join YesCare : A Career with Purpose in Correctional Healthcare. Correctional healthcare is more than just a job-it's a calling. At YesCare, you have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health, well-being, and future of an underserved population. Part time 20 hours a week As a pioneer in correctional healthcare services, YesCare is committed to innovation, clinical expertise, and compassionate care. By choosing a career with YesCare, you are opting for professional growth, impactful work, and the chance to be part of a legacy of excellence. You'll have access to the resources, training, and support needed to enhance your skills and reach your full career potential. Your role at YesCare allows you to contribute directly to the care and well-being of patients who need it most. Join a team that's known for its innovative approaches and dedication to improving correctional healthcare. Make a difference where it matters most. Start your journey with YesCare today and be part of a team that is transforming lives through care and expertise. Key Responsibilities Administrative Duties : Chair the Medical Audit Committee, ensuring quality standards are upheld. Consult with community medical providers to address and resolve patient care issues. Supervise clinical services provided by professional and paraprofessional staff. Provide and ensure on-call services to support patient care needs. Review and approve clinical protocols, policies, procedures, and the medical disaster plan annually. Lead quality improvement initiatives, including patient complaints, infection control, peer review, and chart audits. Oversee referrals to external healthcare facilities, ensuring appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care. Serve as a resource and leader for all clinical staff, fostering collaboration and excellence. Participate in screening, interviewing, credential evaluation, and hiring of healthcare providers. Represent the healthcare program in discussions with civic groups or officials as needed. Maintain timely, legible, and signed documentation of patient encounters in medical records. Clinical Duties : Deliver evidence-based care, including sick call, chronic care, history and physicals, and emergency care. Conduct daily infirmary visits and document encounters as assigned. Provide on-call services as needed, ensuring continuity of care. Adhere to the approved formulary and document requests for non-formulary medications as necessary. Utilize in-house resources to address patient issues before off-site referrals. Demonstrate proficiency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use, maintaining required certifications. Lead medical staff meetings and provide monthly in-service education for staff. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including sentinel event reviews and chart audits. Engage actively in the Utilization Review process, ensuring appropriate use of healthcare resources. Key Qualifications Medical Education : Graduate of an accredited medical school. Licensure : Fully licensed to practice medicine in the state of employment. DEA Registration : Active and current registration. Board Certification : Preferred : Board-certified or board-eligible in primary care specialties, including Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Public Health, or Occupational Medicine. Administrative Experience : Experience in corrections and / or managed healthcare delivery is highly desirable. Additional Requirements : Must successfully pass a background check, security clearance, and drug screening. YesCare Benefits (For Full-Time Positions) Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Generous PTO Plan 401k with Matching Funds Employee Discount and Rewards Program Tuition Assistance Continuing Education Reimbursement Why Join YesCare? YesCare provides a supportive and structured environment where you can thrive in a leadership role while delivering meaningful healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise and leadership will directly impact the quality of care and operations within our facilities. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement YesCare is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer . We comply with all federal and state employment opportunity laws and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.