MEnD Correctional Care PLLC Hiring for Light Medical Provider (Part time – no set hours) Job at South Dakota Full Time

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We are seeking an enthusiastic (Light) Medical Director to be a key team member in our organization, in South Dakota. Candidates must enjoy working with an underserved population. As a company we pride ourselves on providing high quality care to the patients we serve. Work life balance, ongoing education, and extensive support are a few values MEnD prides themselves on providing to their employees. The Light Medical Director will provide direct oversight and supervision of all Medical Providers associated with MEnD Correctional Care under the supervision of our President & Chief Medical Officer as needed when Primary Medical Director is unavailable.

Position Type: Work as needed/Part time/No set hours/On Call

– Never more than 2 hours a week

Job Duties:

• Provide direct oversight and supervision of all Medical Providers associated with MEnD Correctional Care (MEnD).
• Direct supervision of Director of Nursing and Mental Health Services Director.
• Conduct chart and case audit and reviews per company policy and direction from the Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
• Assist to create, implement and lead by example with MEnD policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Contribute as a key member of the new customer implementation team – this may include being on-site during new customer transitions for extended periods of time, to ensure MEnD’s high-quality service standards are met.
• Attend periodic meetings with jail administrators and Sheriffs, ensuring effective communication between MEnD management and our customers continue, and to foster growth of our partnership.
• Participate in assigned meetings associated with jail Medical Providers and Directors.
• Perform Medical Provider performance reviews and chart audits.
• Intervene in crisis situations and investigate all unusual incidents.
• Ensure medical staff is providing quality care that meets regulatory standards through chart auditing, mentoring and educating staff, and respond to Department of Corrections’ inspections and recommendations.
• Answer questions in an effort to educate and provide detailed information for Medical Providers, medical and correctional staff, detainees, and various outside sources.
• Work in partnership with the CMO to develop and implement ongoing programs to measure, assess, and improve quality of medical care, treatment, and services delivered to detainees in customer facilities.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the MEnD Correctional Care team. This team includes: Psychiatric and Primary Care Prescribing Providers, Mental Health Professionals, Nurses, Health Technicians and Administrative Assistants.
• When necessary, personally evaluate detainees referred for presence of illness.
• When required, perform comprehensive evaluations on detainees, and occasionally for jail employees (pre-employment physicals).
• Monitor the effectiveness of medications, side effects, and determine the need for any treatment plan changes for detainees, especially when consulted by Medical Providers.
• Educate and train MEnD staff during company-sponsored events, seminars, and conferences.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops/seminars/conferences, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of the MEnD brand.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks, being a positive member of the MEnD team, assisting with expansion of the MEnD jail health philosophy, and going “above and beyond” typical job duties.
• Other various duties as assigned by MEnD Correctional Care within the scope of the position.

Job Skills:

• Able to provide independent, critical thinking skills necessary to aid all medical provider roles serving detainees.
• Understand and possess up-to-date pharmacology, safety, and medical skills necessary to teach and perform the medical provider/director role.
• Must be able to deal effectively with difficult detainees and staff at times.
• Demonstrate the ability to adjust medical techniques to accommodate the needs of the specialized population of the jail setting. This includes communication between medical staff and jail staff about the care of detainees while understanding and adjusting for the unique security issues of the jail.

Required Education/License/Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited prescribing medical school (MD or DO)
• Must hold valid Physician status/certification
• Valid, unrestricted, state Medical Provider License and ability to acquire additional licensures in states served by MEnD
• Current DEA Certificate of Registration
• Basic Life Support (CPR) Certified (at minimum)
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in same or similar setting- required (i.e. county jail, prison, juvenile correctional facility, hospital, clinic, urgent care, ER, etc.)
• Correctional healthcare experience- preferred
• At least 3 years of clinical management or supervision in similar setting- preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $92,153.00 – $144,794.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• On call

Application Question(s):

• What professional licenses do you currently hold

Work Location: Multiple Locations