Physician - Site Medical Director

Company: Corizon Health
Location: Caldwell
Posted on: February 10, 2020

Job Description:

Corizon Health is the pioneer provider of correctional healthcare in the United States. We are a company built on more than 40 years of innovation and expertise in the industry. Our people, our practices, and our commitment to success are the traits that make us the ideal employer as you begin or continue to advance your correctional healthcare career.

Serve as Chairman of the Medical Audit Committee.Consult with medical providers in the community to resolve issues in delivering services to inmates.Supervise the clinical services provided by the professional and paraprofessional staff. Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies and procedures, and medical disaster plan.Provide direction and assistance to the on-site quality assurance program including review and action on inmate complaints, and infection control.Monitor referrals to outside healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care.Sponsor Physician Assistants in compliance with the state law for correctional facilities. Serve as a professional resource for all Physicians working at the facility(s).Assist in screening, interviewing and evaluating credentials of healthcare providers.Serve as discussion leader for selected in-service training classes. Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local civic groups or visiting officials. As requested, attend medical director's meetings at the Corizon Health central office.Attend Pharmacy Therapeutic Committee meetings (and other meetings, as required).


Experience License to practice medicine in
the state of employmentCurrent
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registrationCurrent
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CertificationBoard-certified or board eligible in primary care specialty (family practice, internal medicine, surgery) required Benefits Benefits for you: 5 Weeks Paid Time OffNo weekends or eveningsMinimal on-callNo overheadMedical & DentalCompany matched retirement planContinuing Medical Education allowancePaid malpractice
Background check, security clearance, and drug screening required. Corizon Health.Category: Healthcare, Keywords: Medical Director

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