What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Cannabis Physician position at My Doctors Live?
My Doctors ReLeaf Wellness Center is dedicated to helping patients achieve the best quality of life for them through alternative pathways. We are looking for a contracted physician to evaluate new and renewing patients for medical cannabis certification. Our Wellness Center is staffed with an administrative team. The Medical Cannabis Physician will maintain knowledge in the field and ongoing trends of medical cannabis and telehealth that allow the company to have a positive impact on health services access and outcomes.
Hours: PRN/Casual
Location: 180 Fitzgerald Rd Suite 3 Lakeland, FL
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Be an advocate for patients seeking to use medical marijuana as part of their treatment plan
- Conduct routine consultations and check-ups to patients to assess their health condition and determine if medical marijuana is a viable fit for them
- Give appropriate advice for healthy habits and preventative actions to promote overall health
- Prescribe medical marijuana and/or low THC and provide comprehensive instructions for administration
- Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients
- Collaborate with compliance to ensure the Wellness Center is compliant with federal rules, regulations, and codes
- Ensure timely completion and signing of medical records
- Ensure clinical governance standards are maintained
- Act as medical expert in dealings with state and regulatory key stakeholders
- Makes recommendations about medical policy, clinical criteria, and administrative process.
Education and Experience:
- MD/DO license to practice in Florida
- DEA & Controlled Substance License
- Completion of Florida 2-hour medical marijuana course for Physicians
- Ability to utilize technology, specifically in-house EMR system
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a medical provider
- Significant knowledge in medical marijuana, diseases, and medical conditions