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Medical Director job description

A Medical Director is responsible for efficiently running a health-care facility, overseeing staff recruitment, implementing regulations, and improving communication. They ensure high-quality patient care, monitor budgets, and stay updated on medical trends.

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June 2, 2023

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Eftychia Karavelaki

Senior Recruitment Manager

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Medical Director responsibilities include:

  • Recruiting and managing physicians, nurses, paramedics and other medical and non-medical staff
  • Examining and coordinating the facility’s activities to guarantee medical quality
  • Assisting with training, continuing education and promotion of subordinate staff

Job brief

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Director to ensure the efficient operation of our healthcare facility. In collaboration with administrators and nursing supervisors, you will strive to achieve goals that prioritize high-quality patient care.

As a Medical Director, you will play a vital role in implementing and adhering to laws and regulations within the facility. Your responsibilities will also include monitoring the budgets of all medical staff to ensure compliance and finding innovative strategies to enhance communication between doctors’ offices, hospitals, and patients, facilitating streamlined processes.

In this position, you will work closely with the medical team, overseeing all processes to guarantee that our patients receive optimal care. Your commitment to excellence will contribute to the overall success of our facility and the well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities

  • Establish medical protocols
  • Fully understand the internal processes of all departments
  • Participate in the recruitment of new physicians and other medical staff
  • Stay up to date on medical trends
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned

Requirements and skills

  • Proven work experience as a Medical Director or similar role
  • A license and certification to practice medicine
  • Ten or more years experience in clinical medicine
  • Five or more years experience in hospital administration
  • A Medical degree and board certification in family medicine, emergency care or occupational health

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