CHW Associate Medical Director

**Coastal Health and Wellness is seeking a CHW Associate Medical Director!**

The Associate Medical Director for Coastal Health and Wellness (a federally qualified health center with clinics located in Galveston and Texas City) acts as the assistant chief clinician of the Health Center, supports the CHW Medical Director, and functions as a member of the health care team who also oversees the entire medical staff and provides clinical direction at the Center.

**We can offer you:**

- Excellent benefits; including an Amazing retirement package, Paid Time Off plans, Free Life Insurance, FREE Long-Term Disability, Affordable Medical insurance, FREE parking and much more!
- Team-oriented environment
- Salary Rate: Based on experience

**We want you to join our team of professionals and begin a long-term career with us!**If you meet the criteria listed below, please apply.

**Required:**

- Minimum of five years clinical experience.
- Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine.
- Completion of an accredited residency program in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Pediatric Medicine.
- Board Certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatric Medicine.
- Current unrestricted license from the Texas Medical Board to practice as a physician in the State of Texas.
- Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty.
- Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS and other such certificates to legally operate as a practitioner in the State of Texas.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification (ACSL preferred).
- Administrative, management, CPI and budget development experience preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
- Ability for spur of the moment transportation without relying on organization vehicles.
- Must possess or ability to readily obtain a valid drivers license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Department of Motor Vehicle check may be required, if applicable.
- Customer Service Oriented.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent Computer Skills MS Office.
- Must be willing and able to work evening and weekend hours if necessary.
- Must be in compliance with GCHD Immunizations policy.
- Must be in compliance with ICS training requirements.
- Must pass criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening.

*An equivalent combination of education and work experience which appropriately demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-described essential functions will be considered when hiring for this role.*

**Traditional Duties:**

- Maintains clinical expertise and competency as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary health care.
- Provides best practice, patient centered medical home.
- Conducts provider chart review monthly, randomly selected 10% and documents performance review.
- Designs, develops, and implements appropriate Medical Department plans, policies, procedures and protocols which are in compliance with the most current accepted professional standards.
- Provides direct patient care, as scheduled, at clinic sites, including extended hours clinics.
- Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers assigned patients; prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate based on assessed medical conditions.Follows appropriate standards of care for each patient.
- Refers clients for appropriate specialty care services, lab and x-ray and any other ancillary services that are appropriate for patients management and care.
- Provides continuity of care to assigned patients and performs emergency on-call on a scheduled basis with other health center providers.
- Ensures that patient is educated about diagnosis and the plan of care.Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
- Participates in board and management meetings and annual planning processes to set goals and evaluate strategic plan objectives Evaluates medical staff under supervision to ensure performance goals related to quality and regulatory standards are met.
- Works with the clinic Executive Director to ensure effective operation of medical services, including staffing, scheduling and budgetary compliance.
- Participates in the preparation of grant applications for the Center and assumes primary responsibility for developing and implementing the medical health care plan.
- Prepares and submits monthly written reports on medical department issues, concerns, program status, initiatives, and progress to the Executive Director and Board.Prepares specific reports when requested.
- Directs medical team staff meetings and trainings.
- Establishes linkage with pharmacy, dental care, community referral entities, and social support resources to improve and expand the scope of serves available through community referrals.
- Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed (i.e. diabetes collaborative / health fairs, etc.).
- Participates in the analysis of community health problems and assists in the development of the community health care plan.
- Establishes positive relationships with local medical community.
- Accepts responsibility for remaining current with medical and health care trends and information that may impact the health care practice.
- Participates in the evaluation of products, procedures, and patient care standards.
- Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the Medical Department.
- Directs medical quality assurance and infectious disease programs such as monthly peer review, infection control and both Joint Commission standards and OSHA regulations.
- Participates in the quality assurance and performance improvement plan monthly and ensuring that providers adhere to current evidence-based clinical guidelines and standards of care.
- Participates in the Peer Review Committee.
- Understands and follows the Health Centers Infection Control policies, plans, procedures and guidelines related to program area requirements.
- Participates in both the Compliance and Performance Improvement (CPI) and Infectious Disease Control Committee activities for continuous quality improvement and risk management purposes.
- Responsible for ensuring all bio-hazardous waste is disposed of properly.
- Adhere to job specific competencies within established departmental deadlines.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Skills

- Supervises staff in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
- Participates in the interviewing, recommendations for hiring and training employees.
- Planning, assigning, and directing work.
- Coordinating schedules for providers.
- Appraising performance and disciplining employees.
- Addressing complaints, promptly and efficiently, by resolving problems and concerns involving (but not limited to) patient safety, adverse events, and patient satisfaction.
- Coordinates and assists in the cross-training of other employees and assures staff model of excellent customer service.
- Provides strategic leadership of the department, including but not limited to developing and implementing initiatives to recruit and retain staff.
- Maintains necessary trainings and documents training events.

**No Phone Calls Please**

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**Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County**