Internal Medicine Other job located in Alaska

SUMMARY

(Login for Information) is a Federally Qualified Look-A-Like Tribal Healthcare Organization, serving the beautiful Copper River Valley region in Alaska. Founded in 1972, five Alaska Tribes compacted to form CRNA, with a promise of delivering local, quality healthcare to the Ahtna People. Today, CRNA offers care to all residents of the Copper River Valley. We are searching for a Physician to join the CRNA team and help carry out our Promise Statement to the community. This position may be eligible for loan repayment (up to $80,000 for full-time participants). We offer 3 month CRNA housing, duration can be negotiated. We are proud to offer sponsorship visas for individuals who have completed their studies in the USA, providing opportunities to advance your career with us.

The Physician Medical Director reports directly to the CEO and closely collaborates with the Director of Medical Services, providing direct patient care, oversight of APP and CHA providers, and leadership to the clinical team. Experience in urgent care services is preferred but not required.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct medical care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Alaska Department of Licensing and professional scope of practice.
• Develops personalized treatment plans based on patient needs, medical history, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Coordinates with receiving physicians, hospitals, hospital transfer centers, ambulance, and medevac agencies for patients requiring transfer to a higher level of care.
• Maintains productivity requirements of the health center with accurate and timely documentation in the patient’s EHR.
• Collaborates with other departments and providers at CRNA to ensure patient driven, coordinated, and comprehensive care.
• Assists Medical Services Director in oversight and support of the CHA Director and CHA village clinic operations, consults with village Health Aids on patient care.
• Approves and signs off on standing orders for nursing staff and village Health Aids.
• Participates in peer review programs; performs quarterly chart reviews and risk management activities.
• Stays informed of changes to evidenced-based practices and works with clinical leadership to disseminate and develop best practice protocols.
• Collaborates with CQI Manager in the design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of quality initiatives that improve health outcomes.
• Assists in developing APP clinical orientation, staff in-services, and collaborative agreements for physician assistants as necessary.
• Participate in and provide clinical perspective to strategic and annual planning.
• Collaborates with operational leadership to develop policies and procedures, set provider performance goals, and participate in budget planning.
• Makes recommendations for medical activities, including plans and projections for staff support and equipment as appropriate.
• Promote a motivational culture for providers and CRNA staff to work as a cohesive and mutually supportive group.
• Responsible for the completion of annual performance reviews for select employees.
• May attend statewide Medical Director’s Meetings and other relevant meetings.
• Prepare and deliver reports as appropriate.
• Provide clinical input in response to patient complaints and Medical Incident/Case Reviews.
• Participate in recruiting and selecting permanent and locums’ medical staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical or Osteopathy degree from accredited university.
• Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related.
• Valid state of Alaska medical license and DEA registration. May be in process.
• ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and BLS certified or equivalent, or able to obtain it within 3 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong community health background and at least three (3) years’ experience in primary care.
• Supervisory experience of Advance Practice Providers.