Physician / Medical Director / South Carolina / Locum Tenens / Medical Director Job

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Medical Director
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: North Charleston, SC
• Service Setting: Adult Day Health Center and Primary Care Clinic
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Administrative
• Coverage Period: Asap - Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: TBD
• On-Call Shift Schedule: 24/7 coverage oversight required
• Call Type: Administrative/Clinical Oversight
• Call Ratio: As needed for triage and coverage systems
• Call Response Time: Immediate availability required

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Frail and elderly populations
• Patient Volume/Census: Variable based on program size
• Admissions: Oversight responsibility
• Rounding: Occasional (as needed for oversight)
• Phone Consults: Frequent (administrative and clinical guidance)
• Case Mix: Complex geriatric patients with commodities in community-based care

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Office Equipment Available: Standard office and clinical tools
• Specialty Backup Available: Interdisciplinary teams and contracted specialists
• Support Staff Available: Physicians, NPs, nurses, clinic and allied health professionals
• Reason for Coverage: Leadership of medical operations

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: As per agency requirements

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Valid driver's license and auto insurance required REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Oversight of clinical services and infection control
• Implementation of quality and compliance processes
• Coding accuracy oversight and peer review

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: MD/DO with current state license and DEA registration
• Certifications: Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Geriatrics preferred)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in medical leadership and 3 years working with frail elderly
• Other Qualifications: Leadership in managed care and interdisciplinary environments required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee clinical care delivery and medical supervision