_Monday - Friday routine business hours in our beautiful post-acute care environment_**
**Job Purpose:**
PruittHealth Physician Services is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead clinical care and ensure high-quality, patient-centered services in post-acute and long-term care settings. As a leader in geriatric care, you will oversee facility-wide clinical operations, lead care process improvement initiatives, and support ongoing education for staff and healthcare professionals.
**Key Responsibilities:**
Medical Practice Leadership
- Direct overall clinical care for post-acute and long-term care residents.
- Lead facility care teams, setting clinical standards for exceptional patient care.
Care Process Leadership
- Guide the implementation of clinical and administrative protocols.
- Support risk management and improve safety outcomes.
Quality of Care
- Develop and manage quality improvement programs.
- Monitor facility compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Education, Communication, and Leadership
- Provide ongoing education and communication to staff, patients, and the community.
- Mentor healthcare professionals, including nurse practitioners and medical trainees.
Employee Health & Community Advocacy
- Ensure staff well-being through infection control measures.
- Serve as an advocate for resident rights, patient self-determination, and advance care planning.
**Minimum Requirements:**
Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family medicine setting.
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a healthcare role.
Licensure:
- Current state medical license.
- Board certification in Geriatrics or a relevant field.
- Active DEA licensure (Class II-V unrestricted).
- CPR certification.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Geriatric Medicine Board Certification.
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Certification.
- Significant experience in long-term care, hospice, or wound care.
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.
**Key Skills:**
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Expertise in geriatric and palliative care.
- Ability to manage quality assurance initiatives (QAPI).
- Proficient in care planning for complex patients, including end-of-life care.
**Why PruittHealth?**
We are a family-oriented organization committed to delivering compassionate care. Join our team and make a lasting impact in your community.
**Travel Requirements:**
Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel to various care facilities.
**Family Makes Us Stronger.** Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! **_Apply Now_** to get started at PruittHealth!
_As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status._
**Job Purpose:**
PruittHealth Physician Services is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead clinical care and ensure high-quality, patient-centered services in post-acute and long-term care settings. As a leader in geriatric care, you will oversee facility-wide clinical operations, lead care process improvement initiatives, and support ongoing education for staff and healthcare professionals.
**Key Responsibilities:**
Medical Practice Leadership
- Direct overall clinical care for post-acute and long-term care residents.
- Lead facility care teams, setting clinical standards for exceptional patient care.
Care Process Leadership
- Guide the implementation of clinical and administrative protocols.
- Support risk management and improve safety outcomes.
Quality of Care
- Develop and manage quality improvement programs.
- Monitor facility compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Education, Communication, and Leadership
- Provide ongoing education and communication to staff, patients, and the community.
- Mentor healthcare professionals, including nurse practitioners and medical trainees.
Employee Health & Community Advocacy
- Ensure staff well-being through infection control measures.
- Serve as an advocate for resident rights, patient self-determination, and advance care planning.
**Minimum Requirements:**
Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family medicine setting.
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a healthcare role.
Licensure:
- Current state medical license.
- Board certification in Geriatrics or a relevant field.
- Active DEA licensure (Class II-V unrestricted).
- CPR certification.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Geriatric Medicine Board Certification.
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Certification.
- Significant experience in long-term care, hospice, or wound care.
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.
**Key Skills:**
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Expertise in geriatric and palliative care.
- Ability to manage quality assurance initiatives (QAPI).
- Proficient in care planning for complex patients, including end-of-life care.
**Why PruittHealth?**
We are a family-oriented organization committed to delivering compassionate care. Join our team and make a lasting impact in your community.
**Travel Requirements:**
Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel to various care facilities.
**Family Makes Us Stronger.** Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you! **_Apply Now_** to get started at PruittHealth!
_As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status._
Job ID: 477812369
Originally Posted on: 5/20/2025
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