Medical Director

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

The Medical Director is responsible for the coordination and oversight of the medical care and quality of services provided for the Native American population residing in the service area of the Klamath Tribes. This position will serve as a member of the administrative management and Provider Team; and will collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the Klamath Tribes in the supervision of primary care teams providing services at Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services (KTHFS). The Medical Director will ensure proper functioning of day-to-day clinical operations of the Medical Clinic, in coordination with CMO to provide consistent quality of care. The Medical Director will be responsible for oversight of the primary care work done by providers to ensure quality, safety and standards are adhered to. Will also be responsible for chart reviews, case conferences, productivity standards, holding staff accountable to consistently following clinic protocols/processes (to include developing needed protocols/processes for primary care). Responsible for mentoring, coaching, training providers and nursing staff. The Medical Director will also provide direct patient care services, providing quality, compassionate and culturally sensitive care for patients of KTHFS in accordance with national medical standards of care. This will include care within the KTHFS Medical Clinic, homes, schools, clinics, alternate job sites and other community locations within the Klamath Tribes’ Service Area. Serve on Committees as requested.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROVIDER DUTIES

1. Provide quality, compassionate, and culturally sensitive health care services to qualified Native Americans in the Klamath Tribes’ service area.
2. Deliver and direct patient care within the scope of privileges approved by the KTHFS; including examination, diagnosis and treatment of both chronic and acute episodic illness and minor injuries; prescribe appropriate medication as needed, and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols and available equipment.
3. Review medical history of each referred patient. Obtain complete and accurate information to determine an appropriate care plan.

CLINICAL LEADERSHIP DUTIES

1. In partnership with the CMO provide mission-driven leadership within the organization and serve as a protector of Patient Rights.
2. Demonstrate commitment to and understanding of the Core Values of KTHFS, by modeling service excellence in all internal and external relationships, addressing service excellence deficits with staff, and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities of this position.
3. Advise the CMO and HGM on Medical Department matters; this will include patient communication on all clinical quality improvement, patient satisfaction and other clinical projects as well as patient and clinic needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Must be self-motivated.

Knowledge of medical clinic policies and protocol; ability to coordinate clinical activities.

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret current AAAHC accreditation standards.

Requirements

• REQUIRED to possess a current State License as a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). For out of state applicants, Oregon Licensure required within 90 days of hire. (Must submit copy of Licensure with application.)
• REQUIRED to possess a current DEA registration. Must transfer registration to current facility upon hire. (Must submit copy of registration with application.)
• REQUIRED to acquire and maintain ACLS certification within 180 days of hire; strongly recommend certification within 90 days of hire, probationary period will be extended for a maximum of 180 days pending certification.

Salary/Compensation: $152,976 - $405,745 per year

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