Medical Director Physician. Job in North Charleston Gr8Jobs Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title:

Medical Director

Job Type:

Full-Time, Exempt

Location:

North Charleston, SC

Service Setting:

Adult Day Health Center and Primary Care Clinic

Coverage Type:

Clinical + Administrative

Coverage Period:

Ongoing

Clinical Shift Schedule:

Mon Fri, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (Typical)

On-Call Shift Schedule:

24/7 coverage oversight required

Call Type:

Administrative/Clinical Oversight

Call Ratio:

As needed for triage and coverage systems

Call Response Time:

Immediate availability required

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics:

Frail and elderly populations

Patient Volume/Census:

Variable based on program size

Admissions:

Oversight responsibility

Rounding:

Occasional (as needed for oversight)

Phone Consults:

Frequent (administrative and clinical guidance)

Case Mix:

Complex geriatric patients with commodities in community-based care

FACILITY INFORMATION

EMR System:

EHR and MIS systems (unspecified)

Office Equipment Available:

Standard office and clinical tools

Specialty Backup Available:

Interdisciplinary teams and contracted specialists

Support Staff Available:

Physicians, NPs, nurses, clinic and allied health professionals

• Reason for

Coverage:

Leadership of medical operations

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required:

Yes

Temporary Privileges Available:

Not specified

Credentialing Timeline:

As per agency requirements

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Rate:

Competitive based on experience and administrative role

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance:

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required

Additional Benefits:

Full benefits package including health, disability, CME, and retirement

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Oversight of clinical services and infection control
• Implementation of quality and compliance processes
• Coding accuracy oversight and peer review

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Licenses:

MD/DO with current state license and DEA registration

Certifications:

Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Geriatrics preferred)

Experience:

Minimum 3 years in medical leadership and 3 years working with frail elderly

Other Qualifications:

Leadership in managed care and interdisciplinary environments required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee clinical care delivery and medical supervision
• Lead Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs
• Collaborate with HR to recruit and support clinical staff
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and job descriptions
• Ensure 24/7 medical coverage system and triage coordination
• Participate in compliance and licensing reviews
• Supervise Infection Control activities and ensure OSHA adherence
• Analyze KPIs, manage clinical budgets, and improve service efficiency
• Foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement