Full Time, Occupational medicine, Minneola, New York

We are currently seeking a Full-time Medical Leader to work at one of our client’s worksite Occupational Health Centers in Mineola, NY!

As part of Walgreens Health and Wellness division, Take Care Health Systems Employer Solutions (www.takecareemployersolutions.com) is the manager of worksite-based health and wellness services. We operate on-site employee health centers, pharmacies and fitness centers for many of the country’s largest corporations and federal agencies.  The company combines best practices in healthcare and the expertise and personal care of our providers to deliver access to high-quality, affordable and convenient healthcare.

Summary: In addition to the Essential Functions below, the Medical Leader is responsible for the medical leadership at this site and will participate in worker’s compensation case management, workplace drug and alcohol testing, audiograms, assessment of injuries and determining causality.  This is a non-treatment facility.

Essential Functions:

• Assumes overall responsibility for patients receiving care in the health center Works in tandem with Health Center Manager/Supervisor to ensure a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Assesses injury
• Conducts histories and physical exams
• Assesses treatment plans; educates and advises on medical issues as needed
• Provides referrals both internally and externally to appropriate medical resource or specialty
• Evaluates the effectiveness of medical care and monitors progress of patients
• Participates in the development of annual health center goals and objectives
• Maintains medical records (In some health centers it may be using Electronic Medical Record software)
• Evaluates the effectiveness of medical care; schedules follow up visits and/or phone calls Identifies emergency situations and provides care within legal scope of practice
• Reports directly to the Regional Medical Director for medical responsibilities and reports indirectly to the Health Center Manager/Supervisor for administrative and operational workings of the site
• Leads and motivates medical providers in the health center environment; uses effective medical and people/performance management processes
• Participate in the development of policies and guidelines (clinical and administrative) to correct and improve service to the client/account
• Collaborates with other health center staff to ensure clinical alignment and scope of practice based on evidence based data
• Establishes communication mechanisms to deliver consistent and timely communication of directives, best practices, regulatory and medical research updates to health center staff
• Supports, leads and models the vision, mission and values of the company
• Coordinates and researches continuing educational opportunities for the development of staff within the health center
• Ensures the use of standardized and consistent medical procedures/processes within the health center
• Assists with decisions regarding the hiring of physicians and providers to ensure quality and fit of candidates
• May be requested to teach/train precepts and provide mentoring to site physicians and staff providers
• May oversee and provides evidence based process improvement recommendations to ensure quality of care
• Participates in the incident/occurrence reporting process being mindful of Risk Management and mitigation, quality, compliance and client relationships Other projects as required to address specific medical needs Performs annual evaluations of all physicians and providers with input from the Health Center Manager

Requirements:

• Graduate from an approved MD or DO program
• Board Certified in Occupational Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine
• At least 3 years minimum in Family practice, emergency room, ambulatory care, or Occupational health settings Primary Care or Emergency Medicine
• Must have current New York state license to practice
• Current Federal DEA certification.
• Current Certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required
• Medical Review Officer certification required, or willing to obtain upon hire
• Must have experience with Worker Compensation case management
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills Excellent presentation skills, confident in all settings with individuals at all levels of the organization both internal and external
• Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Office Suite and web-based programs

While working at this employer site, you will have the ability to get to know your patients, while helping to improve their health status and taking care of their immediate health needs. 

If you seek an exciting, new opportunity that offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and a great environment - bring your energy, enthusiasm and expertise to Take Care Health Systems.

Take Care Health Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer of nice people!

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