<ul> <li>Sign on Bonus (for full-time & not thru Recruiter) </li><li>Relocation Bonus - up to $5k </li><li>Up to $25k annual loan repayment per first 5 completed yrs. (eliminated in any year in which provider is able to obtain loan forgiveness through other local, federal or state programs.) </li></ul> <p>The Associate Medical Director provides medical and clinical oversight to the direct services of the Community Health Center. Serves as a consultant to management and direct care staff regarding clinical policies, and procedures. Provides direct supervision to Physicians and Mid-level Practitioners; conducts peer review; serves as a mentor and provides clinical support to members of the Health Center Team. Coordinates and leads QA/QI activities at one or more sites and facilitates M & M sessions for provider education. Provides medical diagnosis, and treatment to patients in a manner consistent with the Provider's medical license, medical specialty, and level of experience.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Major responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for patients. </li><li>Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. </li><li>Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate. </li><li>Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required. </li><li>Responsible for collaborating with the CMO in transitioning the practice from Fee-For-Service to Value-Based Care. </li><li>Responsible for QA/QI initiatives. </li><li>Responsible for tracking and managing value-based metrics. </li><li>In conjunction with the CMO, initiates and integrates established departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. </li><li>As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. </li><li>Participates in the on-call schedule. </li><li>Oversees the performance of site providers including annual reviews. </li><li>Mentors' young providers. </li><li>Observes, assesses, and records symptoms, reactions, and progress. </li><li>Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. </li><li>Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. </li><li>Maintains quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. </li><li>Develops and presents educational programs and/or workshops when needed. </li><li>Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. </li><li>Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. </li><li>Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in areas of expertise. </li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the robust use of the EMR used at CHC. </li><li>Supervises, advises, and trains clinical professionals and/or students in their area of expertise. </li><li>Expected to be present at their sites 5 days per week. </li><li>Demonstrates understanding and commitment to the mission of the health center. </li><li>Demonstrates understanding and commitment to the established CHC Values and Standards </li><li>Other job-related duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Valid Massachusetts license (MD/DO, NP, PA) </li><li>Medical Doctor or Advance Practice Provider with a minimum of 2 years of directly related experience. This may include residency in a directly related medical specialty. </li><li>Board Certified Family Practice Provider or certified in Massachusetts to practice in the expanded role as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (NCCPA/ANCC/ AANPCB) </li><li>ACLS or CPR/AED Certified. </li></ul> <p>Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>Professional Allowance $3500 annually for FT Provider (min 20 hrs. prorated) </li><li>MD License, DEA and MCSR Renewal Reimbursement (min 20 hrs./week) </li><li>401k /457 Retirement Plans </li><li>Generous vacation and personal time for eligible employees </li><li>Sick time </li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance </li><li>100% paid Life insurance/AD&D </li><li>100% paid Long-Term disability. </li><li>Supplemental Life Programs </li><li>Accident & Cancer Insurance </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Discounts on travel and entertainment! </li><li>Discounts on cell phone service, computer purchases, and more! </li><li>Company Events & Activities (Annual cookout and holiday party, health and wellness events," Lunch & Learn's", team building, and more!) </li></ul>