Find & Apply For Medical Director Jobs in Payson, Arizona

The purpose of this position is to promote the health and wellbeing of inmates and to provide appropriate medical care. This position supervises and manages the department, provides patient care and responds to emergencies, and provides health and wellness education to inmates and staff. The role provides staff training and acts as a liaison between medical and detention staff. The position also maintains the supplies inventory. Regularly assigns work to other employees and supervises related activities. Makes final decisions on scheduling work hours of employees; evaluating performance of employees; handling employee grievances; employee training and granting time off. Provides recommendations on employee promotions; salary increases; disciplinary actions; employee coaching; managing assistants and managing supervisors. Supervises and manages medical department, including nursing and medical staff. Provides direct patient care for routine medical concerns, prescribes medications and performs medical procedures. Reviews inmates' medical histories and prescriptions. Responds to medical emergencies and provides lifesaving skills to injured/sick patients. Promotes inmate health and wellness; educates inmates and staff about medical concerns. Provides training, including basic first aid and CPR, for medical, nursing and detention staff. Acts as liaison between medical staff and detention officers. Maintains inventory of supplies and medications. Performs other duties as assigned. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account