Medical Director Overview • The Medical Director will oversee and implement high standards of medical care within the organization, ensuring patient-centered services and community health alignment. • Provide medical leadership to develop and integrate ambulatory care services tailored to patient and community needs. • Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to align medical practices with organizational goals and mission. • Lead recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of medical personnel across various specialties and roles. • Coordinate clinical services, ensuring integration with mental health, nutrition, and dental care programs. • Establish and maintain medical protocols, adapting them to evolving healthcare standards and practices. • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, chart reviews, and professional standards monitoring. • Engage in community outreach, board meetings, and clinical service budgeting processes. • Provide after-hours call coverage on a rotational basis and address special projects as assigned. Medical Director Key Responsibilities & Duties • Recruit, supervise, and evaluate medical personnel, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards. • Oversee laboratory and radiology services, managing contracts for medical supplies and equipment. • Maintain a patient panel, balancing clinical responsibilities with administrative duties. • Coordinate with local hospitals and medical facilities to ensure continuity of care for patients. • Develop and implement quality improvement programs, including chart reviews and medical care assessments. • Monitor patient utilization and staff productivity to optimize access and cost-efficiency. • Organize in-service training programs for clinical staff to enhance skills and knowledge. • Prepare clinical service budgets, providing justification for expenditures and resource allocation. • Ensure compliance with infection control measures and OSHA standards in all medical practices. Medical Director Job Requirements • Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and licensure to practice medicine in New York State. • Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine is required. • Minimum five years of clinical and administrative experience in ambulatory care settings. • Experience in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) or similar healthcare environments preferred. • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or another language is advantageous. • Strong leadership skills to manage medical personnel and integrate clinical services effectively. • Knowledge of quality improvement processes and healthcare compliance standards. • Ability to coordinate with external medical facilities and community health organizations. • Commitment to patient-centered care and community health improvement.