Medical Director

Medical Director Salem, VA Job Details Part-time 10 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals BC/BE Internal Medicine Treatment plan development Employee onboarding Doctor of Medicine CPR Certification Medicine Clinical program implementation Management Treating patients as a physician 5 years Intake Patient assessment BLS Certification Correctional experience Patient advocacy CPR Surgery Clinical staff training Supervising experience Quality assurance Corrections facility medical clinic experience Staff training Clinical documentation DEA License Doctor of Osteopathy Healthcare team management Medical License Internal medicine Healthcare diagnosis Senior level Onboarding process management BC/BE Family Medicine Referral coordination Leadership Patient emergency assistance Communication skills Documentation reviews Family medicine Full Job Description

POSITION

Medical Director

SCHEDULE

18 Hours Per Week

FACILITY

Western Virginia Regional Jail

LOCATION

Salem, VA Are you ready to lead clinical operations where your decisions truly make a difference? Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare, delivering medical excellence and integrity to justice-involved populations for over 30 years. As a Medical Director, your leadership shapes the future of patient care behind the walls-where it's needed most. Position Summary As Medical Director, you'll serve as the chief clinical authority at the facility-leading care teams, shaping treatment protocols, and ensuring that every patient receives high-quality medical services. In this multifaceted role, you will: Oversee all medical services and evaluate the effectiveness of current care programs Conduct patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments across a wide variety of medical conditions Provide on-call emergency medical care 24/7 and deliver minor surgical procedures as needed Review all labs, x-rays, and ancillary reports-ensuring timely and thorough documentation Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, intake and annual exams, and infirmary rounds Ensure emergency care is rendered for any illness or injury on facility premises Act as the clinical liaison with outside medical specialists and hospitals for patient referrals and discharges Lead and participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews in compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and AMA standards Supervise site-level clinical staff, including PAs, NPs, and other healthcare professionals Approve referrals, review outside provider care, and evaluate clinical documentation for compliance Collaborate with facility leadership, security staff, and corporate medical teams on medical-related matters Contribute to staff training, continuing education, and onboarding of new clinical hires You'll go beyond primary care. You'll be a clinical leader, medical advocate, and operational cornerstone for a population in need of stability and continuity. What You'll Need MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Current, unrestricted state medical license in state of practice Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty preferred Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice. Current DEA registration and CPR certification Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience, including prior leadership or supervisory roles Correctional healthcare experience preferred Strong administrative, supervisory, and communication skills Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates. Your leadership matters here. Your expertise changes lives. Apply today and lead with purpose. 24470