Statewide Associate Medical Director UCHC Administration

Position Summary:

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Statewide Medical Director located in Trenton, NJ . The Associate Statewide Medical Director, under the direction of the Statewide Medical Director, is responsible for providing medical services to inmates of the Department of Corrections, which are consistent with community standards of care. Provides overall clinical and teaching responsibilities for University Correctional HealthCare (UCHC) and directly supervises the UCHC Medical Providers. Oversees the provision of clinical service at all the sites. Serves as a liaison for clinical matters with medical providers outside the system and is available to provide on-call services and on-site clinical services as may be indicated. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of all inmates/residents, ages 18-65+, and in applying relevant Duties include: Assists the Medical Director in all aspects of the delivery of medical services to ensure access to care andvclinical quality is performed at or above established thresholds. Communicates directly with admitting and attending physicians to determine the earliest time when an inmate admitted to the hospital can be transferred to the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) preferred Hospital and/or return to an infirmary setting within NJDOC. Provides direct supervision and direction to Supervising Physicians, to include evaluation, annual performance review, and disciplinary review under the supervision of the Medical Director. Provides clinical leadership that includes medical evaluations, treatment planning, and treatmentto inmates within University Correctional Health Care (

UCHC City:

Trenton State:

NJ Special Conditions:

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Posting Number:

26ST1129