Med Director - CARES NW

Legacy is committed to delivering comprehensive and family-centered care with compassion and excellence. As we consider qualified candidates, we are committed to building a culture that values diversity and is reflective of those we care for.

We have a very clear mission at Legacy: to make life better for our patients, our community and each other. We show it every day, in everything we do. At Legacy, we have a fundamental responsibility to improve the wellness of everyone we touch and empower people to live healthier lives. If you are interested in joining a team that is making a difference, we would like to talk with you.

Legacy Health is currently seeking an experienced Medical Director for our CARES NW department.

Provides leadership and direction for CARES Northwest while conducting an active medical practice as a child abuse examiner.

Provides medical evaluations, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to alleged victims of child abuse.  Provides consultation to Emergency Departments and inpatient coverage at Randall Children’s Hospital.  As a specialist in the field, acts as a trainer/consultant at CARES Northwest.

As a condition of hire and as requested throughout employment, CARES Northwest requires child abuse background checks which are conducted through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Check Unit (BCU).  This requires a signed release and authorization, and the background check includes a search of DHS systems for any history of abuse or neglect of a child.  If a record exists, the BCU will report the finding back to CARES Northwest and findings will be addressed in accordance with program policies.

Certification/Licensure: 

Medical License for Oregon.

Board Certified in Child Abuse Pediatrics, PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization Course through the American Heart Association).

BLS from the American Heart Association.

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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