Title

Associate Medical Officer 


Position Associate Medical Officer  

Req Number NUR-23-00002  

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  

Open Date 5/11/2023  

Description

SUMMARY:

The Associate Medical Officer (AMO) works with the Senior Vice President of Clinical Services & Medical Officer to provide medical and administrative direction to the entire medical program of ODCHC. The AMO is responsible for developing effective and consistent protocols, procedures, and policies pertaining to the medical functions of the clinics. The AMO is also responsible for maintaining the highest standard of care at all ODCHC clinics.

Join Northern Californias largest provider of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care. We have 12 community health centers and three mobile clinics serving more than 65,000 patients each year. We have new state-of-the-art health centers with another facility underway.

WHO WE ARE: Open Door Community Health Centers was established in 1971. For nearly 50 years, we have met our populations healthcare needs, and are the medical home to over 60% of the community. We are a private, non- profit FQHC with stable and innovative management, and we strive to offer comprehensive care and outstanding service. We take an integrated approach to health care, focusing on prevention, self-management, and health maintenance by engaging each patient as a key member of the care team.

WHERE WE ARE: We are located among the giant redwoods on Californias North Coast between the Trinity Alps and the Pacific Ocean. Humboldt and Del Norte are rural counties with coastal towns and small cities offering something for everyone. Our recreational and cultural opportunities will amaze and amuse year-round.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Provider Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Full Health Benefits

Childcare Program

Generous PTO

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Reimbursement

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Contributions

Special Programs:

Family Medicine Residency

NP Residency

Dental Residency

MAT Program

Transgender Services

Integrative Wellness Center

HIV/Hep-C Program

Homeless Outreach Van

Obstetrics & Teen Services

Loan Repayment & Incentives: (Medical HPSA Score of 19)

Up to $100,000 in student loan repayment

Access (productivity) payments

Quality Bonuses

Humboldt County has been named:

Top ten sustainable tourism destinations (National Geographic Traveler)

One of the ten best places to live in America (Outside Magazine)

Americas most scenic rural county (USDA)

Top seven places to buy land in paradise (Mens Journal)

50 next great adventure towns (National Geographic Adventure Magazine)

The Best Cites to Raise an Outdoor Kid (Backpacker Magazine)

Wage Range: $118,560.00 - 156,436.80 + stipend $10k - $20k

 

Position Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Administers and supervises the medical functions and staff of all ODCHC clinics.
  • Exercises authority in making employee appointments, dismissals, and any other medical personnel changes under direction of Senior Vice President of Clinical Services & Medical Officer.
  • Develops, reviews, approves, and implements medical protocols and procedures in consultation with medical staff and operations.
  • Periodically reviews charts of other providers to assess consistency with agency protocols and procedures.
  • Orients and extensively reviews new staff to assure competency. Participates in on-going evaluation and peer reviews.
  • In cooperation with management, reviews resumes, participates in interviews, and recommends for hire new medical providers to fill positions approved by Administration.
  • Receives complaints about medical personnel and works to resolve problems in accordance with established clinic policies and procedures.
  • Adherence to ODCHC’s attendance policy.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of health care delivery and administration, as well as legal and ethical issues related to health care.
  • Ability to work with a team approach to management. Ability to work as a member of a team in order to solicit input from other affected departments or individuals, communicate pertinent information to other team members, and support team decisions.
  • Ability to be persuasive and diplomatic in encouraging teamwork and cooperation in the pursuit of excellence in service.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and exercise sound and responsible judgment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal. Ability to establish constructive working relationships with all levels of management and employees in a staff of varied and diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to handle difficult or confrontational situations in a calm, consistent, and equitable manner.
  • Ability to supervise others and delegate effectively.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
  • Ability to effectively represent ODCHC's interests in the community.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships among public, private, and professional groups.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • A minimum of five years of experience supervising physicians and medical providers.
  • A minimum of three years in a management role.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Current California medical license and Board Certification in a primary care specialty (Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine).
  • Current CPR.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Site Medical Directors
  • Physicians
  • Advanced Practice Clinicians
  • Other Medical Providers (Podiatrists, Midwives, Nutritionists, etc.)
  • Medical Residents (Family Medicine, Family Nurse Practitioner)

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Speaking and hearing sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person, at normal volumes.
  • Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.
  • Good manual dexterity.
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.

 

 

Wage Range $118,560.00 - 156,436.80 + stipend $10k - $20k  

EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

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