Overview
Location: Lyons, NY (On-Site). Duration: 1 Year (with 4 Option Years). Work Schedule: Approximately 8 hours per week. Work Arrangement: On-site medical director services with coordination responsibilities. Client seeks a qualified and licensed physician to serve as Medical Director , providing clinical leadership, policy oversight, and coordination of medical services in accordance with NYSDOH, CMS, and all applicable federal and state regulations. The Medical Director will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and ongoing improvement in clinical and operational performance. To provide clinical leadership, guidance, and oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in a safe, compliant, and compassionate long-term care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Medical Oversight: Develop, review, and implement policies related to resident care and clinical practice.
- Coordinate and monitor the medical care provided to residents.
- Attend bi-monthly Medical Advisory Committee meetings and quarterly Executive QA Committee meetings.
Provider Coordination
- Oversee credentialing, compliance, and performance review of physicians, dentists, and podiatrists practicing in the facility.
- Monitor adherence to medical standards and best practices across all providers.
Quality & Safety
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.
- Review infection control reports, sentinel events, and trends in clinical quality indicators.
- Lead or contribute to staff education programs on clinical and regulatory topics.
Clinical Support
- Serve as the physician of record for respite residents as needed.
- Provide second opinions and geriatric consultations upon request.
- Ensure physician coverage during temporary vacancies or emergencies.
Administrative Engagement
- Meet with facility administration at least every six months to assess program effectiveness and respond to operational needs.
- Assist in developing a responsive and evidence-based medical program.
Employee Physical Exams
- Conduct pre-employment physical examinations for new staff as part of monthly services.
Mandatory Qualifications
- Licensed physician in good standing in the state of New York.
- Demonstrated experience in nursing home, long-term care, or geriatric medicine (strongly preferred).
- Knowledge of CMS and NYSDOH regulations; Infection control protocols and QAPI standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families.
- Commitment to ethical medical practice and compliance with professional codes of conduct.