Medical Director

Medical Director

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Medical Director of La Casa de Salud, Inc (LCDS) is responsible for clinical oversight and leadership of all medical services provided by the organization. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care that meets the needs of the community served by LCDS.

The Medical Director will establish, implement, and maintain the highest standards of professional medical care for patients, guiding clinical protocols and fostering a culture of excellence in healthcare delivery. In addition, this role involves identifying and implementing innovative ambulatory care services tailored to the patient population and community at LCDS.

Key Essential Functions:

• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate the performance of medical personnel, including physicians, medical subspecialists, dentists, and mid-level practitioners.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and senior leadership to align clinical operations with the organization's strategic goals.
• Provide clinical oversight of all clinical programs.
• Oversee laboratory contract services and monitor contracts for medical supplies, services, and equipment.
• Maintain a panel of patients, as duties will allow.
• Participate in overall program planning and coordinate with other clinical areas such as MAT, Mental Health, Nutrition, Specialties, and Dental to ensure the integration of all clinical services within the FQHC, as well as services offered at locations with co-located services such as Health Homes and OTP.
• Establish and coordinate services with other medical facilities, particularly local area hospitals, to ensure continuity of care for the Center's patients.
• Establish and maintain medical protocols for all areas of medical practice and modify them as necessary, consistent with evidence-based standards set by various accrediting and governmental review organizations.
• Coordinate with the QI/Pop Health Leader and participate in a Quality Improvement Committee and QI activities.
• In collaboration with the Site Managers, monitor patient utilization and medical staff productivity to ensure timely patient access to medical services and cost-efficient operations.
• Lead meetings with the staff and providers and contribute to the planning and execution of bi-monthly and annual All-Staff meetings.
• Coordinate in-service training programs for clinical staff.
• Attend/present at Board of Directors meetings, annual Board Conferences, staff meetings, in-service meetings, community meetings, and conferences as assigned.
• Participate in the preparation of the clinical service budget and provide justification for clinical expenditures.
• Prepare for regulatory agency site visits.
• Develop and implement monitoring activities to ensure the appropriate maintenance of clinical records.
• Coordinate with Operations and Risk Management to review all site accident/incidents related to patient/client care, provide input into the actions necessary to resolve identified problems, and implement corrective actions as necessary and appropriate.
• Ensure physician participation in the Interdisciplinary Care Planning process.
• Ensure compliance of all medical staff with the rules, regulations, and bylaws of the Medical Department, as well as all applicable facility policies and procedures. Initiate action in cases of non-compliance.
• Provide after-hours call coverage on a rotational basis.
• Undertake special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A Minimum of three years experience as a Medical Director or in a similar leadership role in a healthcare setting, preferably FQHC
• Medical Degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited school.
• Successful completion of a residency program.
• Current and unrestricted NYS License and registration as a physician.
• Admitting privilege to at least one geographically accessible acute care hospital.
• Clinical experience (minimum of 5 years preferred) practicing prima1y care, preferably in a community health center serving culturally diverse and under-served patient populations.
• Board Ce1tified/Board Eligible.
• DEA required
• Experience in the development and management of quality, risk and utilization review processes.
• Culturally aware and sensitive to the special needs of this population.

Why Join Us?

Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.