Locum Tenens Hospitalist: Family Medicine Job in Jackson, Mississippi

Adelphi is seeking a Medical Director to provide overall coordination of all medical care at a long-term care facility in Harrison County, Mississippi (MS). The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a long-term care facility, a valid MS license and be board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

Job Quick Facts:

• Ref#: BD-766-01

• Profession: Medical Director

• Specialty: Family/Internal Medicine Physician

• Location: Harrison County, Mississippi (MS)

• Facility Type: Long-term Care Facility

• Job Type: Contract

• Coverage Type: Clinical

• Schedule: TBC

• Start Date: 12/01/2024

• Rate: $ 185/hr

Requirements:

• Active and unrestricted MS License

• Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

• Valid DEA license

• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee medical care to ensure high-quality resident care.

• Coordinate all medical care at the facility, ensuring seamless collaboration between attending physicians, therapists, and podiatrists.

• Review and oversee the credentialing and privileging process for medical staff.

• Serve as the primary advisor in patient care emergencies when the attending physician is unavailable.

• Participate in patient care consultations and serve on key committees.

• Assist the administrator in implementing recommendations from committee meetings.

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to medical and nursing staff.

• Review performance of healthcare providers in the facility to ensure adherence to protocols.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

• Other duties as assigned by the facility's administration.

• Practice State: Mississippi
• Practice City: Jackson
• Community Size: Less than 10,000, 10,000 - 24,999, 25,000 - 49,999, 50,000 - 99,999, 100,000 - 499,999, 500,000+
• Community Details: Registered Candidates Only