Medical Director

OverviewHealthDrive is looking for a (3-4 day per week) Medical Director to handle new admissions, take on a patient panel, and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners that are attending to skilled nursing residents in both the sub-acute rehab and long-term care units . The physician will promote good health practices and work collaboratively as a member of the medical staff. This is an on-site position (NOT remote).HealthDrive Can Offer YouFlexible schedules No nights, weekends, or on-callsFully covered Malpractice InsuranceCompetitive compensation Administrative and billing/coding support services ResponsibilitiesThe physician will serve as a Medical Director for skilled nursing facilities/rehabs and will participate in administrative and quality initiatives for assigned facilitiesThe physician collaborates with Nurse Practitioners to manage the daily care for each resident at each facility. Each facility will have a full-time NP assigned to the facility depending on the acuity and volume of the patient populationThe physician will provide high quality, patient-centered, comprehensive primary care services by rounding on patients residing in SNFs/RehabsQualifications Candidate must hold a valid medical license in the state of practice Candidate must hold a valid DEA/Controlled Substance License in the state of practice Candidate must have completed a valid U.S. residency programCandidate must have completed a medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institutionCandidate must have a Maryland Medical Director Certificate Valid driver’s license Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with on-site staff Effective communication skills with the geriatric or Medicare population Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills Ability to use email, the internet, and to learn other healthcare related software Physical RequirementsMust be able to move inside a facility frequently and walk briskly in order to see patients, meet with managers/facility staff and attend to patient needsAbility to document in an EMR system on a laptop computerAbility to ascend and descend stairs in a facilitySome ability to position oneself to obtain records, tools, medical equipment and other items that may be in locations that are below the knee or above the shoulderEffectively communicate with patients, nurse practitioners, and facility staff in EnglishMust be able to lift at least 25 poundsEmployee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.#PCATHD