Summary Sheet: Executive Positions |
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| Advertiser Name | Horizon Health Partners | | Advertiser Type: | Agency |
| Classification: | Executive Positions | | Subclassification: | |
| Country: | United States | | Location: | United States |
| Language: | English - United Kingdom (en-GB) | | Contact Name: | |
| Employment Type: | Permanent | | Workhours: | Not Specified |
Position: Medical Director Job |
Description: General Responsibilities:Work closely with senior management team members to help develop and guide strategic direction and tactical plans for assigned communities.Develop positive relationships on behalf of the facility and Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries with physicians, hospitals and clinicsPromote a learning culture by teaching at the bedside, giving regular in-services and ensuring education is an integral part of the missionRemain current on long-term care regulations and compliance issues Provide guidance and opinions on current clinical practices, policies and procedures, as well as assist with the evaluation of new clinical programs, policies and proceduresProvide education and support for the integration of hospice into the facility cultureBe a mentor and role model for community physicians in demonstrating skilled and compassionate care and supporting collaborative partnersPerform timely and detailed new-resident physical examinations and resident dischargesStay current on medical and clinical issues related to geriatrics, pain management, hospice, palliative care and long-term carePartner with consultant pharmacists using data and experience to identify, evaluate, and produce solutions for medication-related uses at the communityPartner with the NHA/ED and DON to ensure that patients have adequate, competent and appropriate physician services and that attending physicians meet performance expectationsReview incident and accident reports to help identify hazards to the health and safety of patients and staffMeet with, review and respond to federal, state, local and other external surveyors and inspectorsAct as a liaison between attending physicians and other health-care professionals serving the patientBe responsive to nursing staff concerns as well as resident and family relationships and needsAssist with recruitment, interviewing, hiring, oversight and mentoring of new physicians and education of attending physiciansParticipate in weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual meetings/conference calls.
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