Adfinitas Health has an opportunity for an experienced Assistant Medical Director to join our team at University of Maryland – Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland. SUMMARY:The Assistant Medical Director is responsible for assisting the Medical Director in leading and managing the Adfinitas Health program and its providers; implementing and executing Operational and Quality Initiatives; fostering and maintaining positive relationships with staff members; collaborating and nurturing relationships with hospital clinical and administrative staff; and espousing fiduciary accountability and performance of the program.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITES:The following list reflects essential duties and responsibilities of the position. The Company may alter or modify this list at any time. This list is meant to provide an overview and is non-exhaustive. Hospitalist Duties and Responsibilities:• Adequately perform the duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Hospitalist, Physician or Advanced Practice Provider job description, as applicable. Clinical Quality Duties and Responsibilities: Assist and support the Medical Director in the following:• Implement the clinical quality programs at your site. The programs may include those directed by Adfinitas or the client/hospital.• Understand the quality incentive criteria applicable to your staff members and drive achievement of targets and goals while ensuring transparency and communication of metrics.• Ensure that each provider receives their performance on the quality metrics including but not limited to: ? Rapid Cycle Feedback (“RCF”);? Clinical D documentation Audits;? Variation in Care Scorecard;? Readmission Rates, and? Discharge Summary Audits• Implement and manage process improvement initiatives as directed.• Attend designated meetings in the hospital, to include but not limited to: MEC, P&T, HCAHPS, Sepsis/MHAC, Readmissions, and ED/ICUs.• Ensure that sign out of team’s patients are conducted in a thorough, appropriate (verbal/written) and timely manner.• Ensure that each provider understands the hospital’s expectations regarding timeliness of consults.• Ensure that every provider timely (same day as seen) and accurately prepares notes for each patient they are responsible for. This applies to admission, follow-up notes and discharge notes.• Ensure that APP staff is adequately supervised and receives sufficient clinical support.• Communicate regularly with your supervisors regarding the clinical performance of your site.
             Administrative and Managerial Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist and support the Medical Director in the following:• Ensure that all shifts are filled consistent with the applicable staffing model and provider contact requirements. • Manage utilization and scheduling of team’s PTO. • Ensure that Company policies and practices are understood and followed.• Establish a positive working relationship with each member of your team and develop an environment in which your staff members feel comfortable providing honest feedback.• Promote and maintain a working environment that is healthy and constructive and engage in activities and initiatives that contribute positively to employee morale.• Understand and promote the core values of Adfinitas, both as an individual and throughout your team as a leader for the Company.• Maintain a performance file for each provider containing complaints, accomplishments, reviews, and any other relevant documentation.• Seek guidance from and collaborate with Human Resources when needed to deal with discipline or performance management issues. • Participate in standing meetings (at least biweekly) with your RMD and DO. ? Prepare agenda for standing meeting with your supervisor utilizing approved agenda template. • Schedule and hold regular staff meetings with your team (at least monthly). ? Prepare agenda and share agenda with Regional Medical Director, DO CMO and COO.  • Lead and manage the onsite recruitment process including timely conducting of interviews, reference checks, and on-site tours.  • Serve as a liaison to the MSO and assist with credentialing issues as needed.• Orient and onboard all new providers.• Conduct all performance evaluations and engagement elated initiatives in a timely and thorough manner.• Manage and coordinate all APP Training objectives.  • Attend and actively participate in regularly scheduled meetings hospital administration. • Communicate regularly with your supervisors regarding the administrative functionality of your site.  Financial Duties and Responsibilities:Assist and support the Medical Director in the following:• Ensure that the program has the Physician to PA mix contemplated for your site• Track the P&L, control expenses and meet the expected financial targets • Communicate regularly with your supervisors regarding the financial performance of your site.  
COMPETENCIESThe following is a list of personal and professional competencies that must be present to succeed in this role.• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills in dealing with patients, family members, and a variety of healthcare professionals, including internal senior management and external clients.• Team oriented attitude toward patient care at facility.  • Demonstrated knowledge of quality measures, such as HCAHPS, MHACS, etc.• High ethical standards and a commitment to compliance.• Strong business judgment and acumen and ability to adapt strategically tactically and strategically.  • Appreciation of discretion and the maintenance of confidentiality in appropriate circumstances.• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities at the same time.• Ability to deal with difficult employee and/or hospital administration/staff issues and exercise good judgment as to when to involve your supervisors or corporate resources.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS• Three (3) years of experience in a hospitalist role, preferred• State Board of Physicians licensure in good standing• Federal DEA/State CDS certification in good standing• Existing facility medical staff member in good standing or successful application and credentialing at facility• Internal Medicine/Family Practice board certification/eligibility• Applicable screening and background checks
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Benefits of Working with Adfinitas Health:• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus package• Comprehensive Benefits Package:o Health, dental, and vision insuranceo CME allowanceo 401(k) retirement plano Short-term and long-term disability insuranceo Life insurance• Professional Development:o Leadership and training programso Cross-training opportunitieso Incentives for improved productivity and quality care• Additional Benefits:o Malpractice insurance with tail coverage (100% company paid)o Manageable caseloads for work-life balanceo Recognition of service outside of work________________________________________About the Area:UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT CHARLES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERUniversity of Maryland at Charles Regional Medical Center is located in La Plata, Maryland.The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland.We bring innovation, discovery and research to the care we provide all while educating the state’s future physicians and health care professionals through our partnership with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the UM Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Dentistry in Baltimore.
CHARLES COUNTY, MARYLAND30 miles southeast of Washington, DC and an hour from Baltimore, Charles County boasts excellent schools and a low cost of living.DC’s energy electrifies our dining, cultural, and retail scene, keeping offerings diverse and dynamic. And while proximity has its perks, our 300 miles of shoreline and wide open spaces keep big city pressures a world away. Whether you like to climb, bike, sip, or shop your way to happy, Charles County is your gateway to go.We are not accepting inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.This is not a J1 eligible opportunity
Charles Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer:We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.