What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Medical Director Role position at Copper River Native Association?
Job Summary
The Physician Medical Director will provide medical leadership and direction to the clinical team at Copper River Native Association. The successful candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing direct medical care to patients of all ages
- Developing personalized treatment plans based on patient needs, medical history, and evidence-based guidelines
- Maintaining productivity requirements of the health center with accurate and timely documentation in the patient's EHR
- Collaborating with other departments and providers at CRNA to ensure patient-driven, coordinated, and comprehensive care
- Assisting the Medical Services Director in oversight and support of the CHA Director and CHA village clinic operations, consulting with village Health Aids on patient care
- Approving and signing off on standing orders for nursing staff and village Health Aids
- Participating in peer review programs; performing quarterly chart reviews and risk management activities
- Staying informed of changes to evidenced-based practices and working with clinical leadership to disseminate and develop best practice protocols
- Collaborating with the CQI Manager in the design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of quality initiatives that improve health outcomes
- Assisting in developing APP clinical orientation, staff in-services, and collaborative agreements for physician assistants as necessary
- Participating in and providing clinical perspective to strategic and annual planning
- Collaborating with operational leadership to develop policies and procedures, set provider performance goals, and participate in budget planning
- Making recommendations for medical activities, including plans and projections for staff support and equipment as appropriate
- Promoting a motivational culture for providers and CRNA staff to work as a cohesive and mutually supportive group
- Responsible for the completion of annual performance reviews for select employees
- May attend statewide Medical Director's Meetings and other relevant meetings
- Prepare and deliver reports as appropriate
- Provide clinical input in response to patient complaints and Medical Incident/Case Reviews
- Participate in recruiting and selecting permanent and locums' medical staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
