JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Medical Director
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Location: North Charleston SC
Service Setting: Adult Day Health Center and Primary Care Clinic
Coverage Type: Clinical Administrative
Coverage Period: Asap Ongoing
Clinical Shift Schedule: TBD
OnCall Shift Schedule: 24/7 coverage oversight required
Call Type: Administrative/Clinical Oversight
Call Ratio: As needed for triage and coverage systems
Call Response Time: Immediate availability required
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics: Frail and elderly populations
Patient Volume/Census: Variable based on program size
Admissions: Oversight responsibility
Rounding: Occasional (as needed for oversight)
Phone Consults: Frequent (administrative and clinical guidance)
Case Mix: Complex geriatric patients with commodities in communitybased care
FACILITY INFORMATION
Office Equipment Available: Standard office and clinical tools
Specialty Backup Available: Interdisciplinary teams and contracted specialists
Support Staff Available: Physicians NPs nurses clinic and allied health professionals
Reason for Coverage: Leadership of medical operations
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
Credentialing Timeline: As per agency requirements
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Rate: TBD
Travel Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Valid drivers license and auto insurance required
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
Oversight of clinical services and infection control
Implementation of quality and compliance processes
Coding accuracy oversight and peer review
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses: MD/DO with current state license and DEA registration
Certifications: Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Geriatrics preferred)
Experience: Minimum 3 years in medical leadership and 3 years working with frail elderly
Other Qualifications: Leadership in managed care and interdisciplinary environments required
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee clinical care delivery and medical supervision
Lead Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs
Collaborate with HR to recruit and support clinical staff
Develop and implement policies procedures and job descriptions
Ensure 24/7 medical coverage system and triage coordination
Participate in compliance and licensing reviews
Supervise Infection Control activities and ensure OSHA adherence
Analyze KPIs manage clinical budgets and improve service efficiency
Foster a culture of collaboration excellence and continuous improvement
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