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The Villages Health

Medical Director, Specialty Care Division

The Villages Health, The Villages, Florida, United States, 32162

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Medical Director, Specialty Care Division Apply for the Medical Director, Specialty Care Division role at The Villages Health.

Scope of Responsibilities The Specialty Care Medical Director is responsible for having direct oversight and leadership of the healthcare providers associated with the Specialty Care Centers, ensuring high standards of medical care. In conjunction with the Specialty Care Center Manager, the Medical Director assists in guiding the clinic's strategic direction, and advances TVH’s Mission by developing clinical protocols, and works to improve the quality of patient care by enabling the healthcare providers to function in their roles as effectively and efficiently as possible.

Essential and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership: Lead by example and provide clinical leadership to the healthcare team, ensuring best practices in patient care and adherence to medical protocols. Develop and implement strategies and metrics for collaborative care design with the Primary Care Medical Directors to ensure optimal, outcomes-based care delivery to patients across the practice. Monitor and analyze clinical performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Facilitate regular clinician staff meetings, conduct one-on-one meetings and annual performance evaluations for all clinician staff.

Quality Improvement: Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.

Policy Development: Assist operations to develop and implement clinical policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory standards.

Patient Care: Provide direct patient care approximately 2 days per week.

Financial Management: Participate in budgeting, financial planning, and the management of clinical resources. Review monthly the Care Center PCP P&L Dashboard with the Care Center Manager.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with local leadership in both Primary Care and Specialty Care, administrative staff, other department heads, and external partners to support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.

Compliance: Ensure the clinic complies with all TVH policies, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and ethical guidelines. Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping practices.

Community Engagement: Represent the clinic in the community and promote its services through outreach and public relations efforts.

Research and Education: Encourage and support clinical research and ongoing education for medical staff.

Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of the clinic's strategic plans, focusing on growth and improvement.

Advancing the team-based care approach: Improve management of ambulatory sensitive conditions, appropriateness of referrals, and effectiveness of consultations.

Educational / Experience Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.

Board certification in a relevant specialty.

Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably in a leadership role.

Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Florida.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Experience in healthcare administration and financial management.

Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities The Specialty Care Medical Director will guide, mentor, and supervise assigned direct reports, ensuring that medical practices, processes, and workflows are efficient and effective in meeting TVH business needs. This role requires alignment with TVH’s Core Values, Code of Conduct, and established Policies and Procedures. The Specialty Care Medical Director will develop and execute operational strategies under the direction of the CMO, promote a culture of excellence, and collaborate with all departments and leadership to enhance overall performance. The Specialty Care Medical Director will have direct supervision of all physicians and Advanced Practice Providers within the Specialty Care Centers.

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