Medical Director/Physician

We are looking for someone who can provide oversight of all Community Health Center (CHC) clinical programs, as well as perform professional work as a physician three of five days (60%) per week providing direct in-person patient care services.

We are looking to hire a part-time to full-time position. Please indicate in your application which you prefer.

The salary range for this position is negotiable based on experience and skill.

A stipend of 10% is provided for Medical Director functions.

Lincoln Community Health Center in Newport, OR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education Level

Specifics :

For a physician : graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of 1-year internship.

For a family nurse practitioner : graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner school.

Minimum Experience Level

Specifics :

For a physician : five years of increasingly responsible medical experience in a primary care, family practice, or internal medicine clinic, graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of 1-year internship. Behavioral health experience is preferred.

For a family nurse practitioner : Five or more years of increasingly responsible medical experience, graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner school, possession of a license as registered nurse in the State of Oregon, and certification as a nurse practitioner by the State of Oregon at the time of appointment. Certification as a Doctor of Nursing Practice and behavioral health experience is preferred.

Certifications

For a family nurse practitioner : certification as a nurse practitioner by the State of Oregon at the time of appointment.

Driver’s License

This position also requires an insurable driving record and a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of appointment.

Other Licenses

Specifics :

For a physician : possession of, or ability to obtain, licensure to practice medicine in the State of Oregon. Must meet all credentialing requirements.

For a family nurse practitioner : possession of a license as registered nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

For a physician : behavioral health experience is preferred.

For a family nurse practitioner : Certification as a Doctor of Nursing Practice and behavioral health experience is preferred.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Professional Practice :

• Provide or arrange for comprehensive primary care services in an ambulatory clinic setting, including laboratory and diagnostic workup, and specialty referrals.
• Work interdependently with other health care providers and health care staff in a team environment.
• Perform minor outpatient procedures in accordance with LCHC credentialing / privileging policy.
• Provide consultation to other clinic providers either in person or by telephone.
• Consult with and coordinate patient care with other LCHC providers, community primary care physicians, specialists, pharmacists, nurses, and other health care professionals as appropriate.
• Assess patient needs for specialty referrals, diagnostic, and in-patient care and make appropriate referrals for service.
• Work independently using his or her best professional judgment while practicing medicine within his or her scope of practice.
• Participate in shared call system with other providers to provide continuous coverage for FHC patients on a 24-hour basis. Call includes phone availability after hours and may require arranging for and coordinating care with emergency room providers and admitting patients to the hospital after hours including weekends and holidays.
• Provide patients and family members with counseling and education regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and need for follow-up as appropriate during each patient visit. Verify and document that the patient understands diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up recommendations.
• Render care to LCHC patients in accordance with quality and standards as established by LCHC, the standards of care prevailing in the community, applicable law, and according to state and federal grant requirements for non-discrimination regardless of status, race, sex, religion, national origin, handicap, age, or ability to pay.
• Respond to patients / families in a collaborative manner that conveys compassion, respect, and a desire and willingness to assist in the achievement of patient’s goals for improved health.

Administrative :

Exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned professional staff.

Leads and participates in peer review.

Ensure clinical staff remains up to date on current clinical protocols and evidenced-based practice.

Participate in a community health assessment :

Represent the organization with other medical professionals, Primary Care Associations, and other professional groups to assure positive relationships.

LINCOLN COUNTY

Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast, boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City, our vibrant arts community, and unmatched natural beauty, this is truly an amazing place to call home.

Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census, its population was 50,395. The county seat is Newport where our Health and Human Services Department is headquartered.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to hr@co.lincoln.or.us

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