Clinic Medical Director

Initial Posting Date: 02/15/2023 Application Deadline: 03/01/2023 Agency: Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $14,679 - $24,488 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Clinic Medical Director Job Description: Company Overview Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is the organization at the forefront of lowering costs, improving quality, and increasing access to health care in order to improve the lifelong health of Oregonians. You can be fulfilled knowing that you are joining in its mission of helping people & communities to achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being by taking on a position of great responsibility and leadership at Oregon State Hospital (OSH). OSH provides vital services in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and peer support, with the mission of providing therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on recovery and community reintegration, all in a safe environment. Why Join? You will be a leader in helping the organization provide care to over 1,500 patients annually by providing guidance and vision to a committed and passionate clinical staff. Furthermore, you would enjoy a strong work/life balance while doing so and would receive a generous compensation and benefits package, all the while enjoying life in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you Job Summary The Clinic Medical Director (CMD) represents the Chief of Medicine’s office to provide executive leadership with a cross-discipline clinical lens, focusing on patient safety, quality of care, critical incident review, utilization review, and use of technology solutions in patient care, with an emphasis on maintaining standard work and alignment in practices across the Salem and Junction City campuses. The CMD collaborates with the clinic nurse manager to oversee Medical Clinic operations. Directly supervises the clinic providers including MDs/DOs/NPs. Assists the Chief of Medicine to establish equitable, inclusive and trauma informed patient treatment and workplace practices. Required Skills/Abilities, Education & Experience Experience in a hospital setting OR large comprehensive medical clinic. Experience developing policies; implementing short- and long-range goals and plans; applying data to evaluate and improve clinical programs, processes, and quality management; and managing budgets. Ability to communicate across a variety of forms, including strong oral and written cross-cultural communication. Experience with, or interest in, Collaborative Problem Solving®, Motivational Interviewing, and/or performance improvement systems; and Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine The Clinic Medical Director is responsible for the following duties & responsibilities: Clinical Leadership Provides executive direction, leadership and oversight to Medical Clinic operations in collaboration with the nurse manager to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to patients, physicians and nurse practitioners. Delegates clinical tasks appropriately, monitors performance and follows up to ensure desired results. Establishes and effectively communicates clinical standards, objectives, and policies/procedures for Medical Clinic services on Salem campus in accordance with state and national standards; professional licensing standards; and evidence-based and emerging best practices of care, with the goal of eliminating health inequities. Coordinates Medical Clinic practices with other clinical disciplines, particularly Psychiatry, Medicine and Nursing. Ensures there is a system to monitor communication of continuity of care information between providers and to monitor clinical effectiveness of Medical Clinic interventions at all levels of the organization. Administrative Leadership Pans, Organizes, and assigns the work of Medical Clinic Providers. Delegates administrative tasks appropriately, monitors performance and follows up to ensure desired results personally and through the Medical Clinic s. Monitors and oversees performance of services delivered under contract with outside providers. Directs and oversees manager’s conduct of effective personnel practices of hiring, promoting, disciplining and firing of subordinates. Assists with recruiting, hiring, promoting, discipline and firing of clinic staff. Functions as primary care provider to assigned units and provide coverage as needed Assures regulatory compliance of all CoM Department services within the framework of constant readiness for review by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), and other state and national regulatory bodies. Participates as assigned on committees pertinent to patient and staff safety, critical incident review, quality and hospital performance management, use of information technology, and utilization review. Participates as assigned on other internal and external groups to accomplish the organization’s Mission and Vision. Collaborates with Information Technology professionals and other clinical and non-clinical departments as appropriate to oversee the ongoing management of the electronic health record and successfully implement other technological solutions as needed, ensuring ADA accessibility of technology solutions is prioritized. Builds collaborative, productive professional relationships with clinical facilities, advisory boards and other departments within and outside of the agency. Establishes and maintains respectful and productive working relationships with collective bargaining unit agents and representatives. Supports problem-solving, decision-making, and issue resolution at the appropriate level and in a timely, fair and equitable manner. Engages staff in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of services, practices and outcomes. Fiscal Management Provides direct care to patients sufficient to meet the requirements of the Medical Performance Committee and maintain clinical privileges. Perform comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients, including review of history, laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Prescribe treatment and evaluate plans of care. Order further diagnostic procedures and monitor psychotropic medications. Document examinations, diagnoses, and treatment in patient charts in accordance with OSH policies and Medical Department protocols. Obtain written informed consent, according to hospital requirements. Obtain specialty consultation as appropriate. Minimum Requirements 1. Licensure as a physician through the Oregon Medical Board. 2. Satisfactory completion of a residency program in Internal or Family Medicine in the United States or Canada. 3. Board Certified or eligible for board certification in area of specialty. 4. Valid DEA Waiver. How to apply: Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet. Complete the online application Complete Questionnaire Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. Questions/Need Help? If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact Barry Lein at 503-440-6484 or Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov Additional Information Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time – unless specifically noted. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed Employees at the Oregon State Hospital may be exposed to the handling, administration, waste and spill cleanup of hazardous medications, which may result in health impacts to the employee Applicants can review the Oregon State Hospital's anti-retaliation notice at www.oregon.gov/oha/OSH/Documents/SB469.pdf Applicant Help and Support webpage Oregon State Hospital requires all employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process). The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”