VitalCore Health Strategies
Physician (Medical Director)
VitalCore Health Strategies, Racine, Wisconsin, United States, 53404
Overview
Start a new career with VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS). VCHS, an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for a PRN
Physician
at Racine County Jail in Racine, Wisconsin. 8 hours weekly. At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience how VitalCore promotes a positive work environment that respects and appreciates the hard work and dedication of our staff. Position : Medical Director / Physician Benefits Package Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center 401K PTO Annual Incentive Bonus Position Summary
The Site Medical Director serves as the responsible Physician and health authority required by national standards. They provide overall supervision for clinical services for the site to ensure appropriate delivery of on-site and off-site medical care, with no additional managerial responsibilities. Minimum Requirements
Graduate of an accredited medical school Fully licensed to practice in the state of employment Current DEA Registration Preferred board certified or board eligible in primary care (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine) with administrative experience in corrections and/or managed healthcare delivery Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) Supportive team member with strong teamwork and collaborative skills Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public Leadership and supervisory ability; able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace Essential Functions
Consult with community medical providers to resolve issues in delivering services Supervise clinical services provided by professional and paraprofessional staff Ensure and provide on-call services Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies and procedures, and medical disaster plans Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care Sponsor Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in compliance with state law for correctional facilities Serve as a resource to all staff Physicians and applicable clinical staff at the facility(s) Assist in screening, interviewing, evaluating credentials, and hiring healthcare providers Participate in in-service training classes Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local civic groups or visiting officials as requested Attend medical, clinical and other meetings as required Complete sick call, chronic care and infirmary care as required Document all encounters in patients’ medical records; ensure documentation is timely, legible, and signed Ensure verbal or telephone orders are countersigned as required Adhere to approved formulary for therapeutic regimens Review non-formulary requests to ensure documentation of observations and treatment conclusions Utilize available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems before certain referrals Provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations Maintain competence in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use Follow evidence-based standards of medical care through adherence to policies and procedures VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business. We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. Keywords: Medical Director, Correctional Healthcare, physician, MD #INDWI
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Start a new career with VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS). VCHS, an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for a PRN
Physician
at Racine County Jail in Racine, Wisconsin. 8 hours weekly. At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience how VitalCore promotes a positive work environment that respects and appreciates the hard work and dedication of our staff. Position : Medical Director / Physician Benefits Package Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center 401K PTO Annual Incentive Bonus Position Summary
The Site Medical Director serves as the responsible Physician and health authority required by national standards. They provide overall supervision for clinical services for the site to ensure appropriate delivery of on-site and off-site medical care, with no additional managerial responsibilities. Minimum Requirements
Graduate of an accredited medical school Fully licensed to practice in the state of employment Current DEA Registration Preferred board certified or board eligible in primary care (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine) with administrative experience in corrections and/or managed healthcare delivery Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) Supportive team member with strong teamwork and collaborative skills Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant Ability to interact tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public Leadership and supervisory ability; able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace Essential Functions
Consult with community medical providers to resolve issues in delivering services Supervise clinical services provided by professional and paraprofessional staff Ensure and provide on-call services Annually review and approve clinical protocols, policies and procedures, and medical disaster plans Manage referrals to outside healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care Sponsor Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in compliance with state law for correctional facilities Serve as a resource to all staff Physicians and applicable clinical staff at the facility(s) Assist in screening, interviewing, evaluating credentials, and hiring healthcare providers Participate in in-service training classes Represent the healthcare program in discussions with local civic groups or visiting officials as requested Attend medical, clinical and other meetings as required Complete sick call, chronic care and infirmary care as required Document all encounters in patients’ medical records; ensure documentation is timely, legible, and signed Ensure verbal or telephone orders are countersigned as required Adhere to approved formulary for therapeutic regimens Review non-formulary requests to ensure documentation of observations and treatment conclusions Utilize available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems before certain referrals Provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations Maintain competence in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use Follow evidence-based standards of medical care through adherence to policies and procedures VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business. We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. Keywords: Medical Director, Correctional Healthcare, physician, MD #INDWI
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