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Accepting applications for a Medical Director/Physician Administrator 3
The Medical Director is responsible for providing comprehensive primary care and overseeing all medical services within the facility. The role ensures high-quality person-centered care while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations including ICF/IID CMS and Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) standards.
This position is unclassified in accordance with Section 124.11(A)(14) of the Ohio Revised Code.
Provide comprehensive primary care including physical exams diagnosis treatment and follow-up
Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications
Monitor treatment effectiveness and ensure continuity of care
Plan direct and evaluate delivery of medical services
Ensure compliance with ICF/IID CMS and DODD standards
Establish and implement medical policies procedures and clinical protocols
Monitor quality indicators and clinical outcomes using EHR systems (e.g. PointClickCare)
Identify risks and implement corrective actions
Provide medical consultation to executive leadership
Participate in committees (e.g. Infection Control Pharmacy Review Human Rights MUI Emergency Preparedness)
Support audits surveys and corrective action planning
Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams (nursing psychology QIDPs direct care staff families/guardians)
Participate in development and implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
Ensure accurate timely and compliant documentation in the electronic health record
Use EHR tools to monitor patient trends and support clinical decision-making
Provide guidance and oversight to Certified Nurse Practitioners and other providers
Review clinical practices and documentation for compliance and quality
Offer consultation on complex cases
Coordinate with external providers specialists and DODD Central Office
Ensure appropriate referrals and continuity of care
Contribute to healthcare strategy quality improvement and operational initiatives
Utilize data and reporting tools to drive performance improvement
Support staff education and training on clinical and documentation standards
Assist in developing policies aligned with organizational goals
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Certificate to practice medicine as issued by State Medical Board pursuant to Sections 4731.14 & 4731.281 of Revised Code.
Specialty in Family Practice
Job Skills: Medical
Professional Skills: Confidentiality Consultation Collaboration Interpreting Data and Problem Solving
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health Medical Charting Medication Management Policy Direction & Public Health
About the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD)
Mission: DODD will partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.
Vision: Ohio is the heart of opportunity and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive.
Values: Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:
Mt. Vernon is a unique residential campus serving adults with developmental disabilities. The center provides short-term stabilization services designed to help individuals transition into environments that best align with their personal needs preferences and long-term goals.
May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior and communicable diseases.
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law state law and any effective executive order.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability please contact the ADA Coordinator for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities at .
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. RuleBackground Investigations for Employment outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.
Due to the unclassified status of this position a more detailed background check is required in addition to the criminal background check.
This position requires filing a financial disclosure statement with the Ohio Ethics Commission upon hire and annually thereafter.
Required Experience:
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