Medical Edge Recruitment is the premier travel nursing recruitment agency specializing in providing top talent to clients in the healthcare industry. We connect clinical and allied providers to their ideal opportunities, focusing on building long-lasting relationships through honesty and transparency. Whether it is a local contract or travel nurse assignment, we base our service on a foundation of compassion and communication.
We have an immediate opening for a reliable Medical Director
Location: Westfield, Pennsylvania
Facility type: Rural Hospital
Pay rate: $ 275000
Type: Direct Hire
Duties Include:
 Oversees and is responsible for the quality, efficiency and management of delivering medical services within the facility.
· Provides clinical services to clients at the facility within medical protocols defined by federal and state regulations, as well as by corporate, facility policy or procedures. Treats or directs treatment of clients, utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic methods and medications.
· Defines protocols and assists in decision making pertaining to the medical care of clients that is consistent with current medical practice and facility policies and procedures.
· Provides oversight and supervision to other professional medical staff, as well as guidance to administrative or support staff, as designated. Directs services and information in a timely manner, maintaining appropriate confidential documentation, compliance and billing in accordance with the policies and procedures.
· Oversees compliance regarding the appropriate medical management of clients, clinical programming, documentation and ethical issues to ensure that all services are provided in a safe and effective manner.
· Serves as a liaison between the medical staff, other clinic staff, division or corporate staff, and organizational leadership.
· Monitors assigned staff to adherence to established medical and facility policies and procedures.
· Provides back up call coverage.
· Serves in a teaching capacity for the training and development of other staff.
· Evaluates clients for mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. Secures physical exam and history from the client, reviews medical records, makes medical evaluations, requests appropriate diagnostic testing, prescribes medications and treatments.
· Assists in the management of behavioral or mental health problems of clients, maintains current medical records in accordance with federal or state regulation, and facility policies and procedures.
· On call rotation.



The Medical Director is responsible for leadership, quality assurance, oversight and overall medical management of the facility within the boundaries of state and federal regulations and accreditation standards. Responsibilities include planning, organizing medical and clinical practices, medical staff supervision, providing direct client care and assisting other departments with direct interactions with physicians or medical staff.
Requirements:
EDUCATION: Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) supplemented by the completion of psychiatric residency training required.
LICENSE/CERT: MD or DO, DEA credentials, Active State License and Board Certification in Psychiatry; CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility)
EXP: 
· Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) supplemented by the completion of psychiatric residency training required as well as ADDICTIONS EXPERIENCE
· One or more years’ post graduate degree practice preferred.
· Current license to practice medicine, by the state in which the facility(s) operate.
About Medical Edge Recruitment
Medical Edge Recruitment is the premier travel nursing recruitment agency specializing in providing top talent to clients in the healthcare industry. We connect clinical and allied providers to their ideal opportunities, focusing on building long-lasting relationships through honesty and transparency. Whether it is a local contract or travel nurse assignment, we base our service on a foundation of compassion and communication.
Whether you’re a new Travel Nurse or a seasoned pro, Medical Edge is the best agency to partner with you on your next assignment. Our dedicated recruitment team will work with you to find the highest-paying assignments in your desired location and help you along the journey.
In travel nursing, bigger does not always mean better. While we have an extensive network of job opportunities, our experienced team dedicated to making a personalized provider experience is our priority. There are many moving parts in getting set up for a new assignment, but we take care of all the details along the way. We make the process as simple as possible so you can say yes to your next travel nurse adventure. Adventure awaits; let Medical Edge Recruitment show you where to go next!
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