Medical Director
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and Sault Tribe Health Division would like to extend a Medical Director employment opportunity. We're looking for a Medical Director who can contribute compassionate, patient-centered care in our rural community.
The Medical Director, under the direction of the Health Division Director is responsible for providing medical leadership for four health centers across seven counties in the Eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The position is responsible for supervising clinical staff. The position is responsible for managing medical quality improvement program and reviews over 200 medical records per month. The position is the primary recruiter for medical providers. The position provides medical consultation to medical staff, health administrators, and other key stakeholders. The position is responsible for chairing the medical staff and purchased referred care meetings and taking an active leadership role in many other health program committees, clinical teams or task groups. The position is responsible for taking the lead role in addressing and ensuring compliance with AAAHC medical program & patient care standards. The position is responsible for collaborating with local hospitals, health departments, grantor agencies and medical schools in matters pertaining to health service planning and coordination between entities.
Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Degree required. Family Practice Certification required.
Three years of medical practice experience required.
License to practice as a Physician (MD or DO) in the State of Michigan or ability to obtain by date of hire required. DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) License or ability to obtain within six weeks of hire required. Must have no previous suspension or revocation of license. BLS (Basic Life Support) or CPR Pro (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pro) Certification or ability to obtain by date of hire required. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Must comply with annual driver’s license review and insurability standards with the Sault Tribe Insurance Department. Will be required to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Must maintain a good moral character standing. Will be required to complete and pass pre-employment drug testing.
Our compensation package is competitive and market-based. This position offers benefits including health insurance, federal torte malpractice, 401K, PTO, 10 days CME, $2000 license/dues, and $3500 CME funds yearly plus 11 paid tribal holidays.