What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at YesCare Corp?
Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Fully licensed to practice medicine in the state of employment.
Current DEA registration.
Preferable board certified or board eligible in primary care specialty (Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Public Health or Occupational Medicine) with administrative experience in corrections and / or managed healthcare delivery.
A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.
YesCare is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability / Protected Veterans.
Responsibilities
Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Site Medical Director II with Yescare at Easterling Correctional Facility located in Clio, AL :
Administrative
- Serve as Chairman of the Medical Audit Committee.
- Consult with medical providers in the community to resolve issues in delivering services to patients.
- Supervise the clinical services provided by the professional and paraprofessional staff.
- Ensure and provide on-call services.
- Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies and procedures, and medical disaster plan.
- Provide direction and assistance to the on-site quality improvement program as well as the corporate Continuous Quality and Safety Improvement program including review and action on patient complaints, infection control, peer review and chart audits.
- Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care.
- Serve as a professional resource and leader for all staff physicians and applicable clinical staff at the facility(s).
- Assist in screening, interviewing, evaluating credentials and hiring of healthcare providers.
- Participate in in-service training classes. Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local civic groups or visiting officials as requested.
- Attend medical, clinical and other meetings, as required.
- Document all encounters in patient's Medical Record. Ensure all documentation is timed, legible and signed. Ensure all verbal or telephone orders are countersigned as required.
- Provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Ensure competence in proper technique for basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use.
Clinical
YesCare Benefits
only applicable for full-time positions)
About YesCare Health
Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It’s a calling.
By choosing a career with YesCare, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a YesCare professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join YesCare today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.
ID 2025-20439
Job Locations US-AL-Clio
Category Clinical & Operations Leadership
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