Clinic Medical Director

Clinic Medical Director

We are North Idaho's premier provider of integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services. Our amazing care teams deliver world-class healthcare utilizing a patient-directed, community-focused approach. Providing high quality, affordable healthcare from the heart is our passion. Our mission is to deliver a healthcare experience that provides hope, inspires change, and extends life for our patients and our community.

Job Description

• Under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Medical Service (VPMS), responsible for the day-to-day supervision of primary medical services.
• Serve as a point of contact for providers in the medical clinics.
• Promote smooth clinical operation of all clinic sites.
• Answer clinical questions from providers.
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers in the clinical management of complex patients.
• Collaborate with the Clinic Director on clinical matters that affect patient care.
• Participate in EHR implementation and optimization activities, including ongoing evaluation of workflow efficiency.
• Promote preventive care services and quality measures, including use of annual wellness exams and chart review process to close quality gaps.
• Promote Patient Centered Medical Home model, including development of care guidelines and care coordination templates.

Requirements

• Current, valid license to practice medicine in the State of Idaho, including DEA license and BLS, required.
• Clinical proficiency related to area of medical specialty.
• Minimum three years' experience in progressively responsible administrative or management-related positions within a primary health care environment, preferably in medically needy and underserved communities and in a community health center setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass Idaho Department of Health and Welfare enhanced Criminal History Unit background check if position requires.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Excellent communication skills - oral and written.
• Current, relevant, and substantial knowledge of areas related to health center licensing and operations.
• Knowledge and understanding of NP/PA supervision agreement and regulations.
• Ability to utilize computer technology and the willingness to develop and adapt to the evolving technological requirements of modern medical health center practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, in collaborative settings.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to staff and build trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and external contacts.

Benefits

• Our employees are mission-minded.
• We are passionate about providing excellent patient care.
• Community-focused.
• Committed to a fun and supportive team environment.
• We offer high-quality competitive employee benefits.