Inpatient Medical Director

OVERVIEW:

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.

SUMMARY:

The Inpatient Medical Director oversees and directs the activities and functions of the Inpatient Medical staff, including physicians and advanced practice providers. This role requires the physician to be licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine, who is board certified in Internal Medicine. The Inpatient Medical Director must have experience providing addiction and mental health services in a variety of treatment settings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all medical care and direct the activities and functions of the Inpatient Medical staff.
• Supervise and monitor staff physicians and advanced practice providers and work with them to insure the delivery of quality care.
• Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures and protocols relative to medical issues affecting addiction treatment.
• Educate the medical and clinical staff via case reviews, quality improvement reviews and in-service meetings.
• Provide direct clinical services in accordance with approved clinical privileges, including off hours coverage when necessary.
• Interact with managed care organizations and other health professionals to maximize the delivery of quality care.
• Participate on the Medical Committee and other committees as assigned by the President/CEO.
• Represent Gosnold to the medical community and advance the interests of the organization with the larger community of physicians on and off Cape.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

• Education: Medical degree, Ph.D. or comparable degree.
• Experience: Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in the clinical administration of a multi-site addiction treatment program. Experience should include direct patient care and progressively higher supervisory responsibility.
• Skills: An understanding and working knowledge of current addiction clinical concepts and practices.

Ability to work with, support, and supervise a multidisciplinary treatment team in the areas of medical need, infection control and overall patient care. Demonstrated ability to coordinate addiction medical services for patients across a continuum of clinical care.

• Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Physician licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine, who is board certified in Internal Medicine/Family Medicine or board eligible. If board eligible, certification must be obtained within three years of the date of hire.
• BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
  • 403b retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Personal financial management services
  • Life and supplemental life insurance
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Family First caregiver benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Payroll deductions for home and automobile insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program.
    Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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    In accordance with CDC guidelines, Gosnold maintains strict standards when it comes to protecting our staff, patients, and residents, and offers a variety of personal protective equipment to ensure a safe and stress-free workplace.