WellNow Urgent Care takes pride in creating an environment filled with meaningful work and opportunities by investing in our colleagues. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package which includes numerous continuing education options. WellNow has over 200+ locations across, New York, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and we are continuing to grow! That means our colleagues can transfer facilities in any of the markets we serve. We are committed to offering our patients the best care by adding talented healthcare professionals.
We are seeking a highly skilled and board-certified Medical Director to lead our team of Collaborating and Supervising Physicians who provide expert guidance to Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in an urgent care setting through our telemedicine platform and chart reviews. As the Medical Director, you will play a critical role in overseeing and coordinating the activities of collaborating and supervising physicians, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care and adherence to best practices. Your leadership, clinical expertise, and commitment to excellence will contribute to the success and growth of our urgent care telemedicine services.
Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise a team of Collaborating Physicians who provide guidance and support to Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in the urgent care telemedicine setting.
Create the schedules for the Collaborating Physicians.
Perform ongoing professional performance evaluations of the Collaborating Physicians.
Partner with the medical staff coordinator to ensure that the Supervising Physicians complete their chart reviews accurately and on time.
Perform audits of the Supervising Physician’s chart reviews to be able to provide feedback and medical direction.
Collaborate with the telemedicine team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care delivery, optimizing clinical outcomes through the telemedicine platform.
Review and assess complex patient cases remotely, including medical histories, symptoms, and relevant diagnostic data, to ensure accurate diagnoses and evidence-based treatment recommendations.
Provide expert guidance and consultation to collaborating physicians, supporting their professional development and continuous learning in urgent care telemedicine.
Work closely with the organization's leadership to develop and implement telemedicine protocols, policies, and guidelines for optimal patient care delivery.
Ensure all services comply with healthcare regulations, telemedicine standards, and ethical practices.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, analyzing data and providing insights to enhance patient safety, efficiency, and overall quality of care.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient encounters, adhering to legal, regulatory, and billing requirements.
Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment among collaborating physicians and other telemedicine team members.
Requirements:
Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role, preferably in a telemedicine or urgent care setting, is highly preferred.
Extensive clinical knowledge and expertise in urgent care medicine, including the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of acute medical conditions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance and support to collaborating physicians, PAs, NPs, and other healthcare professionals.
Commitment to maintaining patient privacy, confidentiality, and adherence to legal and ethical standards in telemedicine practice.
Proficiency in using telemedicine platforms and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
You have demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment, fostering positive relationships and facilitating open communication.
Understanding of healthcare regulations, billing requirements, and telemedicine policies
Education:
Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
Successful completion of a residency program in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine
Required License or Certification:
Board Certification in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine
Active and unrestricted medical license in the relevant jurisdiction.
WellNow is an EOE.
The above job description is a general overview and may be subject to modifications or additions based on specific organizational requirements and needs.
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7100 WellNow Urgent Care, P.C.
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