Chief Medical Officer International Opportunity

Job Description

The Chief Medical Officer is responsible for providing medical oversight, direction and leadership to the medical staff regarding all areas of healthcare for the medical program.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Leads quality development and clinical governance agendas including maintaining Code of Conduct of medical practice, medical record keeping, infection control standards, emergency response preparedness, medical staff and patient safety at the facility.
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• Serves as the chair of the Medical Executive Committee (MEC) which meets monthly. Ensures that meeting minutes are written and uploaded to Share Point.
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• Provides oversight of other committees of the hospital (e.g. Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Credential and Privileging, Peer Review, Infection Control). Ensure that the committees report quarterly to the MEC.
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• Ensures that monthly routine peer review of medical charts is performed and peer review results are uploaded to Share Point.
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• Ensures that all Focus Professional Practice Evaluations (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE) are current.
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• Provides direction, as appropriate to clinical case management including patient movements and referral off island in close collaboration with insurance companies and company medevac providers.
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• Works closely with the other leaders supporting the project to ensure business continuity from a medical aspect.
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• Promotes International SOS Standard Operating Procedures and Protocols.
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• Supervises all healthcare providers including physicians, surgeons, mid-level providers and dentist.
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• Provides strategic direction for medical staff and physician services programs to meet short- and long-term goals.
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• Serves as the clinical leader for the organization and provides support and education for other clinical leaders.
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• Provides leadership, oversight, and accountability for the operational effectiveness of the physician services program.
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• Reports on metrics to measure the impact of physician services.
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• Participates in the development of administrative policies and approves medical practice procedures, policies, guidelines and SOPs.
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• Provides advice on the suitability of existing medical equipment and makes recommendations on future equipment needs.
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• Assists in planning for the development of new medical services.
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• Ensures periodic review of practice management functions and reviews patient satisfaction surveys and complaints.
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• Provides medical consultation as required.
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• Participates in the development and implementation of training and educational programs.
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• Participates in site meetings with the Prime Contractor and/or onsite government representatives as requested by the Hospital Administrator.
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• Participates in all government audits under the SOW as requested by the Hospital Administrator.
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• Reports to International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. Chief Medical Officer to assure quality and compliance.
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• Serves as the Medical Director for the emergency medical service and coordinates with the Fire Department for skill validation and protocols. Involved in critical incident review as required.
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• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.
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This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

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• Current and unrestricted license from any US State, District of Columbia or US Territory to provide healthcare within scope of practice.
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• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a healthcare leadership role and clinical experience within the past ten (10) years, preferably in a remote site
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• Demonstrated experience in executive level interpersonal skills and ability to work in a matrix environment
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• Experience on a military site, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.
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• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
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• Certification by the American College of Surgeons - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) is preferred.
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• DEA license
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Education Required:

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• Graduated from an approved medical school and completed a residency or fellowship as a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Osteopathy (D.O.) from a school in the United States or Canada approved by a recognized accrediting body in the year of the applicant’s graduation.
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• Board certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
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Physical Requirements:

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• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
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• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
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• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.
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Other Special Qualifications:

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• On call availability is a requirement of this role.
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• Must be able to read, write & speak English to effectively communicate
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• This position is accompanied.
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• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
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• US DOD CNACI or the ability to obtain one is required.
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• A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation.
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Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.