Medical Director
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Position: Medical Director
Company: MediWeightloss of Birmingham
About Us:
Join our thriving team at MediWeightloss of Birmingham where were dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals. Our personalized medical weight loss programs combined with a supportive and caring environment make us a leader in the industry. We are seeking a Medical Director to join our team of medical professionals in an upscale medical office concentrating on nutrition and wellness.
Join a team of over 300 providers nationwide. Enjoy a low stress and rewarding Career with MediWeightloss.
The Physician works independently with the available support of a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner and Medical Assistant. The environment is fastpaced and the position is multifaceted.
Medical Director Supervisory Requirements
- Must be on sight parttime;
- Review patient files in accordance with state guidelines;
- Oversees midlevel medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff;
- Participates in quality improvement management continuing education and other patient care programs established by Company;
- Assist Company with the development of the protocols and the delivery of staff training;
- Provide input medical direction and support to Company;
- Facilitates referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/ or specialist regarding patients care;
- Participate in the provision and coordination of medical care at the Clinic;
- Advise and assist Company regarding the implementation of patient care policies and other general Clinic policies and procedures;
- Make educational presentations relating to weight loss;
- Advise Company concerning market issues and potential practice opportunities;
- Comply with and follow all lawful Company policies and procedures as amended from time to time;
- Accurately maintain all records and preserve such records;
- Upon request fully and accurately and accurately disclose to Company all matters pertaining to the affairs of Company including all letters accounts writings and other information that may come into possession or to his/her attention;
- Participate in and assist with interviewing hiring and evaluation of Clinic personnel;
- Assists in the resolution of complaints requests and inquiries from patients.
Medical Director Hourly Requirements
- Obtain and review patients medical and psychosocial history information relevant to patient care review patient files in accordance with state guidelines.
- Conduct physical exams according to MediWeightloss Guidelines; complete health history summary; document patients progress; assist with patient care management.
- Order and review laboratory studies as well as diagnostic procedures; including ECGs. Repeat testing is to be conducted and managed according to the clinic Standard Operating Procedures and as needed.
- Conduct patient consultations and counsel patients for all visit types (New Acute Wellness Adolescent etc..
- Review patients progress and manage patient care accordingly.
- Document patient progress notes and treatment plans in the Electronic Medical Record EMR;
- Assume responsibility for prescribing FDA approved appetite suppressants according to state and federal guidelines.
- Personally meet with new patients and obtain informed consent for participation in the program.
- Assume responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of medication records and state reporting requirements; Maintain all required documentation for patient care and medication management.
- Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/ or specialist regarding patients care.
- Perform other clinical duties as required and needed to complete daily responsibilities and provide patient care. Accurately maintain all records and preserve such records.
Requires: Current Alabama Medical License & Active DEA
Employer covers malpractice premium and medical guideline training
Employment Type
Full Time
