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Notes from the facility. - Clincial support role. Works directly with providers and nurse managers- Recent Primary Care or Behavioral Care is a requirement- Runs day to day operations of the unit and must be willing to participate in patient care- Not looking for a physician executiveMedical Director PCBH (Primary Care / Behavioral Health) POSITION TITLE: Medical Director - Primary Care / Behavioral HealthDEPARTMENT: AdministrationCLASSIFICATION: Exempt, Professional REPORTS TO: Chief Medical OfficerJOB SUMMARY: The PCBH Medical Director will be responsible for the oversight of River Hospital's behavioral health and primary care integration effort, informed by SAMSHA's Bi-Directional Integration Model. This position will be responsible for clinical supervision and mentorship of Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Social Workers and other health care personnel within the River Family Health Center (RFHC) and River Community Wellness Programs (RCWP). He/She will participate in and support Quality Improvement activities for both programs while performing administrative tasks and duties. A strong commitment to a vision of whole health and person centered care, using a multidisciplinary team, is essential.PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESCompetency: Leading and mentoring providers located at the RFHC and RCWP. Expectations: The ability to establish rapport quickly and to communicate effectively with consumers of healthcare, their family members and other providers Continual interaction with clinical providers to ensure appropriate care is provided to patients Works with clinical providers to incorporate evidence based guidelines into daily practice/workflows Fosters integrated team development. Outlines clear expectations regarding team-based care, roles / responsibilities and workflow Reviews and evaluates evidence based practice policies and practice standards Competency: Oversite of Performance of providers in RFHC and RCWP. Expectations: Ensures that provider documentation is concise, accurate and timely per policy and procedures Continuous review and evaluation of provider's performance working in conjunction with the Associate Medical Directors, Program / Nurse Manager of RCWP/RFHC and Chief Medical Officer, as necessary. Utilizes systems to evaluate performance behaviors as it relates to direct care, treatment, discharge planning, follow up care and documentation Assists in identifying areas of deficiency and creates and tracks corrective actionCompetency: Participates in the recruitment, hiring and orientation of new Providers at RFHC and RCWP. Expectations: Participates in the interview process for new clinical providers Designs an orientation program for new providers in conjunction with the Associate Medical Directors, Program and Nurse Managers, to include but not limited to: practice routines on-call services policies, procedures, protocols and standards of practice documentation requirements successful demonstration of clinical competencies Precepts new providers as needed Provide mentorship as needed Ensures that new staff are familiar with the hospital environment, clinical roles and hospital services provided Works closely with the Quality Improvement Department and Medical Staff office to ensure physician/practitioner credentials are up to date.ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIESCompetency: Directs and influences activities within RCWP and RFHC Expectations: Collaborates with Associate Medical Directors, Program and Nurse Managers in developing and revising patient care standards, protocols and procedures Assists the Nurse and Program Manager in providing an environment for a coordinated and integrated team approach to patient care Interacts with RCWP Program Manager and RFHC Nurse Manager to develop agenda for monthly staff meetings Coordinate and lead monthly staff meetings When required, participates in investigation, analysis and corrective action plans for complaints related to each department Oversees peer review for the clinical providers on a monthly basis identifying trend issues, concerns and education opportunities Attends monthly MEC/Medical Staff meetings In collaboration with the Nurse Manager ensures compliance with the New York State Department of Health Code 405 In collaboration with the Program Manager ensure compliance with OMH regulations. Understands and applies the philosophy/ mission of River Hospital Align strategic direction of RFHC and RCWP with the overall strategic plan of River Hospital Works with the RFHC Nurse Manager and RCWP Program Manager to determine staffing and equipment requirements. Will assist with required oversight of quality of care initiatives including performance against benchmarks, HEDIS dashboards, NCQA, ACO, IPA, and USPSTF, etc. Adheres to Medical Staff bylaws. Competency: Participates in formulating and revising clinical policies and procedures for the RFHC and RCWP Expectations: Works with the Nurse Manager, Program Manager and other members of the healthcare team to develop and implement policies and procedures relating to clinical practice for each department Assists development and implementation of a patient satisfaction survey and communicates areas for improvementCompetency: Participates in Quality Improvement Activities for each department Expectations: Participates with Nurse Manager and Program Manager in planning, promoting, and conducting quality improvement activities for the calendar year Keeps medical staff members informed of Quality Improvement activities and outcomes Participates in investigations of accidents, incidents and complaints and creates recommendations for corrective action Accepts other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer or Chief Executive OfficerPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCompetency: Remains up to date in specialty area of practice Expectations: Participates in continuing education programs and maintains board certification Adheres to Hospital mandatory annual requirements Remains current with required certifications as required by River Hospital privileges Participates in hospital Policy and Procedure committee and Pharmacy and Therapeutics committeeEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE: Graduate of an accredited AMA/AACOM approved medical school Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Psychiatry with verified designated training in the other field Eligible for a New York State Medical License Credentialing approval for delineation of privileges from the Medical Staff and Board of Trustees at River Hospital It is the employee's responsibility to know the requirements for certification, limited permit and licensure for their individual profession. It is also the responsibility of the employee to notify the employer of the status of any certification or licensure issue or potential issue. The employee will comply with all of the requirements outlined by the New York State Office of Professions for the particular profession.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS: Category A-potential for exposure to blood and other infectious body substancesSPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting, bending, and prolonged standing, sittingWORK CONTACT GROUP: Interdisciplinary Care Team Community/ patients/ families Medical Personnel Other facilities Law enforcement Social Services Agencies

Shift: Days M-F, Full Time

Specialty Type: Physicians

Sub Specialties: All Physicians