Position Overview
- Job Title: Medical Director
- Location: Kenai, AK, USA
- Department: Primary Care
- Employment Status: Full Time, Exempt
- Reports to: Director of Health Systems
Key Responsibilities
- 60% administrative oversight of clinical aspects
- 40% direct patient care (panel not to exceed 480 patients)
- Clinical leadership and administrative decision-making
- Oversight of Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and RN Supervisor
- Participation in quality care initiatives and accreditation activities
- Collaboration with other service lines for holistic patient care
- Oversight of vaccine program and peer review activities
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Current Alaska Licensure as MD or DO
- Current DEA certificate and BLS certification
- 7-10 years of Family Practice experience
- Medical management experience
- Experience in cross-cultural healthcare settings preferred
Skills and Attributes
- Understanding of quality improvement methods
- Strong leadership and team-building approach
- Public health training and/or experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards
Working Conditions
- Medium work (lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally)
- Exposure to biohazards (Category I – routine exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue)
- Local, in-state, and out-of-state travel may be required
Additional Information
- Preference given under TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638
- Position subject to Alaska Barrier Crimes Act and Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements
