Job Description - Full Time Medical Director/Physician Healthcare for the Homeless (2301905) PRIMARY PURPOSE: Plans, organizes, directs, oversees and evaluates all primary medical care and clinical services and practice activities at HCH Manchester.
Provides primary medical care to patients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of Executive Director/CEO of HCH Manchester and within established HCH program expectations, policies and procedures, the incumbent performs the following functions:Establish, maintain and direct total CQI program and implementation, including development of clinical policies and procedures and methods of assuring compliance.Oversee the CQI program, in conjunction with management, Co-Applicant BOARD and CQI subcommittee.Establish, track, implement and maintain clinical quality audits, with support from other providers and staff.
Develop and approve standing orders and protocols.Provide medical directions, consultation, and supervision in relation to established patient care guidelines.Oversee professional development and training of clinical staff.Supervise and support the clinical team concept, and other relevant concepts necessary to reinforce clinical practice patterns aimed at meeting the health of patients who are homeless.Participate in the recruitment, selection, promotion, and retention of physicians, mid-levels, and other clinicians in collaboration with Executive Director and key management.Assist in development and implementation of grant proposals, in collaboration with Executive Director and staff.Attend administrative, HCH staff, Co-Applicant Board, and strategic planning meetings.Act as the liaison to other medical providers in the community as indicated.Maintain cultural diversity and age-related competencies for the population served.Provide complete, comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout patients' life cycle.Manage acute and chronic illness including acute complications and routine follow-up; develop plans of care; arrange appropriate referrals.Accurate, timely documentation in records and related statements on behalf of patients.Other responsibilities as indicated.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed or be able to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
QUALIFICATIONS: License to practice medicine in the State of NH.
Board eligible or Board certified in internal medicine or primary care.
EXPERIENCE: Clinical experience in community health, private practice or other ambulatory settings with vulnerable populations.
Administrative experience and/or training relevant to clinic leadership.
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