Medical Director

Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance:
Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs), Revised Codes (RCWs), CARF Standards, and Federal regulations related to medical and psychiatric services provision at the facility
Ensure continuous quality improvement aligns with WACs, RCWs, and Federal Regulations. Collaborate with the VP of Quality and Corporate Compliance to evaluate Quality Assurance and Improvement program results and drive ongoing quality enhancement
Team Management and Relationships:
Recruit, supervise, and foster relationships among physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants
Develop and oversee Fellowships in collaboration with local hospitals and community partners
Training and Program Development:
Prepare and deliver in-service training to clinical staff, addressing changing trends in behavioral health medical care
Assist in developing and implementing new programs
Strive to integrate physical and behavioral health across all programs
Strategic Goals and Policies:
Collaborate with other management staff to set and achieve agency goals
Support and implement agency policies and procedures
Be available after hours for higher-level oversight
Clinical Responsibilities:
Initiate requests for additional testing when appropriate
Identify, develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans to promote, maintain, and restore health
Refer patients to other healthcare services and facilities as needed
Work collaboratively with program directors and supervisors to develop innovative services
Agency-wide Consultation and Program Participation:
Provide consultation as requested by other programs within the agency
Participate in the development and implementation of all medical programs and services

Qualifications:

Medical Degree (Addictologist preferred)
Current WA State DOH medical license with prescriptive authority
Experience with patients who have complex co-morbidities
Strong communication and management skills
Proficiency in interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills

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