Medical Director

You will be contacted directly by the facility after applying to this position.Johnson Memorial Health in Franklin Indiana is looking for an outstanding provider for our brandnew behavioral unit opening up this year. The Medical Director reviews and implements patient treatment plans with the treatment team; reviews patient medical records participates in hospital meetings and on committees; representing the Program with internal and external key stakeholders such as providers regulatory bodies etc.; directing the inclusion of behavioral health expertise at all levels of the Program and throughout the client hospital; and accountability for establishing and meeting utilization goals. Ensures services are provided in accordance with standards and regulations set forth by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (JCAHO) Medicare Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). In additionSupervisory Responsibility Will provide direction to clinical staffPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a fulltime position and hours of work and days are subject to the needs of the Program which operates on a 24 hour; seven days a week basis. Please refer to Program or Hospital attendance policy for additional direction on shifts holidays and attendance.Work Environment NPs work in close contact with patients who have moderate to severe psychiatric concerns and/or behavioral issues. There is the possibility the NP could be exposed to violent behavior from patients and/or behavioral issues as part of their daily duties.This role routinely uses medical equipment including but not limited to needles medicines; and standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.Qualifications:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential core function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill experience and ability necessary to perform this job.Essential Core Functions:Assess and complete patient diagnoses treatment education and referrals in accordance with Hospital policiesCoordinates patient care services and activities designed to increase patient census and control cost.Order and interpret medical laboratory and psychological tests to determine a patients physical and mental stateReview and amend patient medical historiesCounsel patients and family on preventative carePerform treatment intervention medication orders administration and medical treatmentMedication reconciliationAssist in medical emergenciesWork with treatment team in admitting and discharging patients to and from the ProgramPerform as part of the treatment team in planning coordinating and implementing the direct care of patientsConduct physical exams of the patient during admission and attend to basic medical needs/issues; work with hospitalists to manage more complicated medical conditionsConduct rounds on patientsProvide direction and support to clinical staffEnsure optimal patient careAppear in court proceedings as necessaryAssist Program leadership in assessing creating and implementing clinical and provider proceduresFollow voluntary and involuntary procedure/processInterpret the clinical needs of the patient to nonclinical staff assigned to the patientProvide telemedicine oncall coverage utilizing tele psychiatry and patient round psychiatric services for Clients psychiatric program. Utilize tele psychiatry and patient round tele psychProvide oncall services on a twentyfour 24 hour basis at such times as set forth on a service scheduleParticipate as a provider in the Medicare and Medical Assistance programs such other thirdparty payment programs as Horizon or Hospital may requireInsure patient dignity and respect patient valuesEstablish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients families and friendsMaintain patient privacy and confidentiality; and protects operations by keeping patient and program information confidentialOperate within ethical standardsCollaborate with multidisciplinary team members and outside health and social agencies.Complete all required documentation relevant to patients in a timely efficient manner. This includes but is not limited tooRecordsoReportsoChartsoClaimsoProgress NotesoEvaluationsoAdmission/Discharge paperworkAdhere to Hospitals Medical Staff Bylaws Rules & Regulations and Policies & ProceduresAssure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and regulatory standardsAs needed and using approved methods assist in safely placing patients in seclusion or restraints; observe suicide/seclusion precautions; including physical requirements for physical holds and safe transport of patientsMaintain continuity among the clinical team by documenting and communicating actions irregularities and continuing needsProtect patients and employees by adhering to safety standards; infectioncontrol policies and protocols; medication administration and storage procedures; and controlled substance regulationsUse hygienic practices and teach patient hygienic practicesComplete all required staff competencies per program regulations in a timely mannerRenew licenses and certifications in a timely mannerParticipate in individual group and family psychotherapy and educational seminars as appropriateEnsure operations of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; and evaluating new equipment and techniquesProvide feedback to supervisor on ongoing basis in regard to concerns improvements changes etc.Audit chartsOrient or mentor new clinical staff as neededOther duties as assignedOther Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Job Specifications:Education Certification/Licensure and/or Experience1.Doctoral Degree with a current active valid unrestricted state license2.Board certified Psychiatrist highly preferred3.Masters degree from an accredited college or university (two years of postgraduate education after completing a fouryear degree).4.Maintain a current federal Drug Enforcement Agency license5.Not be a Sanctioned Provider6.Minimum five 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral healthcare7.Minimum five 5 years in hospital administration8.Knowledge of state and federal health insurance regulations9.Previous experience in behavioral health working with geriatric adult and/or adolescent populations10.Willing and able to obtain appropriate credentials and privileges required to provide services to the client HospitalKnowledge skills and abilities required1.Utilizing the person as a whole wellness approach2.Ability to manage anger fear hostility and violence of others appropriately3.Ability to make decisions under pressure4.Ability to manage stress appropriately5.Proficient in applicable software applications6.Excellent interpersonal skills7.Above average organizational skills8.Proficient in mathematical and analytical skills as they apply to clinical duties9.Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines10.Comfortable working in confined or crowded areas11.Comfortable working alone or in a team environmentLanguage Skills1.Proficient written and verbal communication skills2.Ability to read and comprehend complicated clinical instructions and correspondence3.Ability to write detailed clinical correspondence4.Proficient in grammar and spelling as it relates to clinical duties5.Ability to effectively present information in oneonone and small group situations to Program leadership employees patients patients family members etc.