Senior Medical Director - Primary Care
Full-Time Flexible Schedule.
Clinic Hours : Weekdays 8 : 00AM-7 : 00PM, Saturdays
8 : 00AM-4 : 30PM (Urgent Care only)POSITION OVERVIEW
NBCH is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Senior Medical Director (SMD) to join our team at the New Bedford Community Health Center. The SMD will utilize their passion for treating patients from diverse and vulnerable communities to deliver quality, evidence-based, integrated primary care. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact the health and well-being of the New Bedford community by providing leadership, medical oversight, and education to our dedicated medical staff.
Under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), the SMD will support the ongoing development of the Health Center's medical services, patient care protocols, and provider education systems that align with the organizational objectives. As a Senior Medical Director, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values innovation, teamwork, and patient-centered care.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide clinical leadership and medical oversight for the Health Center's medical staff, ensuring evidence-based practices are maintained.Examine patients, review medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and deliver appropriate treatment and education.Provide continuity of chronic care management including but not limited to well visits, sick visits, hospital follow-ups, immunizations, STI and common infections treatment and education.Manage complex medical issues within the scope of internal medicine and family medicine practices.Support individuals and services related to HIV / AIDS, Hepatitis, Latent Tuberculosis prevention and treatmentCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement clinical guidelines and best practices.Offer guidance on clinical decision-making and treatment planning, ensuring high standards of patient care.Assist with quality improvement initiatives, patient safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.Support the recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of medical providers, including ongoing education and training.Foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and care that aligns with the mission and values of the Health Center.Required Education :
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degreeBoard Certification / Board Eligible in : Internal Medicine (ABIM) or Family Medicine (ABFM)Current and unrestricted Medical LicenseActive DEA and Controlled Substance RegistrationCurrent BLS / CPR CertificationOther Skills & Qualifications :
A deep commitment to the health and well-being of diverse and vulnerable communitiesLeadership experience, including mentoring, coaching or providing oversight to clinical teamsStrong eMR systems experienceExperience or interest in treating and diagnosing HIV / AIDS and other infectious diseases such as Hepatitis C / B, LTBI, and syphilis and other STI / STD in an outpatient Primary Care FQHC settingWhat We Offer :
20,000 Sign-on BonusRelocation AssistanceCollaborative & supportive work environmentFlexible work schedule (one late weekday)No hospital rounding or call, light practice calls only (rotating schedule)Generous Earned Time off : 40 days of paid time-off per year (including 12 paid holidays)CME allowance Plus time offPaid License, DEA, and CSR renewalsMalpractice Insurance - Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)Retirement savings plan (403b) with matchMedical benefits available upon date of hireDental, Vision, Disability insuranceHRSA, Mass League and PSLF Loan Program eligibilityHPSA Score = 19 [Location ID : 7586318445]H1 / J1 Visa SponsorshipJoin us in our mission to provide exceptional, compassionate care to our diverse and underserved community. Make a difference as part of a team that is dedicated to health equity and integrated primary care.
New Bedford Community Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status. EOE / AA / M / F / D / V
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