Regional Physician Supervisor (MD), Rio Grande Valley, TX - VIGHTER - Paycom

Description

Title: Regional Physician Supervisor

Location: El Paso, TX; Laredo; Rio Grande Valley, TX; West Palm Beach, FL; Tucson, CA; Yuma, AZ; El Centro, CA; San Diego, CA

Position Type: Full time (30-40+ hours/week), hourly.

Contract: GSA

Education Level: Doctorate

Job Category: Health Care

Start Date: March 1, 2025

SIN Number: 621-001

Our Company Promise:

We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter’s Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high quality healthcare staffing to our clients.  Our Culture’s 5 key elements are crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission. These elements are:

• Dependability
• Integrity
• Personability
• Transparency
• Responsiveness

Creating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees.

Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.

Summary:

Vighter is seeking to hire multiple Regional Physician Supervisors to provide leadership, medical oversight and medical support within the Customs and Border Protection – Immigration and Customs Enforcement mission, with dozens of locations across the United States’ Southern borders, to include California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and Florida.  Regional Physician Supervisors work to assure delivery of quality healthcare services in accordance with the SOW for the medical services contract within medical units.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Serves as the sector/region medical authority for the medical services contract and medical units at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection sites including, Office of Field Operations (OFO) ports of entry, and/or U.S. Border Patrol Border (USBP) Stations.
• Provides medical direction and necessary guidance/oversight for appropriate advanced practice provider supervision, oversight, consultation, coordination, and direction for all medical services, to include mental health and pediatric care in the absence of a behavioral health advisor or pediatric advisor.
• Clinical supervisory authority over sector physicians, mid-level providers, all clinical staff, all medical unit functions, laboratory, and pharmacy.
• Provides on-call coverage for assigned medical units/sector 24 hours a day/7 days a week, however, call coverage may rotate based upon staffing.
• Responsible for developing and coordinating all aspects of healthcare delivery at his/her assigned facilities.
• May provide direct care to patients in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing and or granted privileges.
• Maintains non-involvement in the security aspect of patient care and custody.
• Participate in disease surveillance activities and public health and epidemiology studies/efforts, as needed.
• Provides age-appropriate screening, treatment, and patient instruction pertinent to the discipline and facility setting for acute and chronic conditions for all ages.
• Serves as the laboratory director in sites where CLIA waived testing is performed, providing oversight of appropriate diagnostic tests and services, to include monitoring and meeting CLIA requirements.
• Acts as a reviewer for all outside referrals/consults to specialty services, to include hospital or emergency care that exceed services offered at the medical unit. Audits referrals and post-referral follow-up, as needed, as part of the medical quality management (MQM) program.
• Provides oversight for any patients requiring enhanced medical monitoring.
• May be expected to respond to and or coordinate response to medical emergencies and medical sentinel events.
• Seeks guidance from the Medical Director, Pediatric Advisor, Behavioral Health Advisor, or other leadership as appropriate.
• Serves on the national and local MQM committees and oversees root cause analyses and quality improvement projects/initiatives in collaboration with the national and local MQM committee.
• Attends/Leads general staff meetings at assigned medical units and leads or oversees MQM initiatives and reviews, working in close collaboration with the local physician and Patient Safety Risk Manager, as applicable.
• Performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position.
• Maintains functional proficiency and ease of use utilizing electronic health records as required by, and appropriate to, position.
• Completes all initial, annual, and ad hoc training or competencies as required/assigned.
• Maintains patient confidentiality, and confidentiality of medical records, in compliance with the Privacy Act and HIPAA regulations in all work activities as applicable.
• Adheres to, and maintains awareness of DHS and CBP Policies, Procedures, Directives, and Operational Memoranda.
• Leads, attends, and participates in general/medical staff meetings at the local and national level.
• Performs chart reviews as part of MQM, focused professional practice evaluation (FPPE), on-going professional practice evaluation (OPPE), annual performance evaluation, medical sentinel event reviews, quality assurance and perform improvement initiatives. Completes summaries of all completed chart reviews, identifying trends, performance concerns, best practices. Some items may be delegated if a local physician is assigned at a specific facility, for those assigned personnel to that facility.
• Management and oversight of the Peer review program for the Physicians and APPs assigned as part of OPPE and completion of an annual evaluation process for the assigned Physicians and APPs.
• Performs collaborative mid-term review of performance with assigned Physicians and APPs as part of an annual performance evaluation process, addressing any clinical practice concerns if identified.
• Portions of the APP peer and chart review process, FPPE, and OPPE may be delegated, if a physician is assigned to the local facility.
• Provides emergency care to employees or visitors for life, death, loss of sight/limb situations until Emergency Medical Services Arrives.
• Functional proficiency and ability to document patient-centered health care in the required electronic health record or electronic medical record, in the required format, in a timely manner, and in compliance with contract policy and guidance.
• A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.
• An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.
• An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements, including ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. The degree must have been accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
• Degree from Foreign Medical School: A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school must provide education and medical knowledge equivalent to accredited schools in the United States. Evidence of equivalency to accredited schools in the United States is demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Qualifications:

• Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate is required to have successfully completed a residency program in a hospital or an institution accredited for such training. For purposes of this standard, graduate training programs include only those internship, residency, and fellowship programs that are approved by accrediting bodies recognized within the United States or Canada.
• Residency trained and board certified is required.
• Five (5) years of  experience as attending or independently practicing physician in a direct patient care setting.
• Experience in detention/correctional healthcare, humanitarian care, ambulatory care, or a pediatric setting encouraged, but not required.

• Candidates must have a full, current, valid and unrestricted license or registration as a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or as a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.). Licensure must be maintained current, and any required education or training, maintain licensure must be completed within the required timeline of the licensing authority. A temporary license will not be accepted.
• Candidates must not have had any professional licensure or certification withheld, suspended, revoked, or denied, and the candidate must not have surrendered or allowed a professional license or certification to have expired or lapsed because of an investigation or disciplinary action.
• Candidate must not have been convicted of, pled guilty to, pled nolo contendere to, or received probation before judgment for any crime other than a minor traffic violation, the record of which has not been expunged.
• Current unexpired Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification must be maintained from one of the following approved organizations:
  1. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for healthcare providers.
  2. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), if applicable
  3. American Red Cross CPR/BLS for the professional rescuer.
  4. American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR and AED for healthcare providers and professional responders.
     1. Course components must include Adult, Pediatric, and Infant CPR, Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, and Automatic Defibrillator (AED) proficiency.
     2. Applicant/ Employee must be certified upon hire and may also be a certified instructor.
     3. BLS must be renewed prior to expiration date, and always kept in an active status.
• Board certified/board eligible in a primary care field, to include: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) approved board. Other relevant board certification / eligibility will be considered by OCMO upon request.

Duty Hours / On-call Requirements:

• Generally speaking, locations supporting the CBP-ICE mission set are open and active 24/7/365, to include days, nights, weekends and all holidays. Opportunities are available across multiple locations and multiple shifts within each location
• We try our best to accommodate your schedule, so please inform Vighter of your desired schedule and/or geographic limitations in advance.

Work Environment:

• Locations: El Paso, TX (Regional); West Palm Beach, FL (Regional); Yuma, AZ (Regional);
• Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.
• Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including immigration and asylum personnel.

Travel:

• As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Generally, travel is limited to commute from residence to the worksite. Commute is non-compensatory. All official travel is government-funded.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full time employees. 1099 providers are ineligible for benefits.
• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance and subsidized health insurance (W2).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and promotion opportunities.
• SCA employees: Health & Welfare paid in cash (with proof of ACA-compliant health insurance from the open market or Vighter, LLC). Employee may use funds to offset any benefits premiums, fund their 401(k) retirement account or a combination of the two.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day.
• Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Must be able, with advance notice to float to sites within 250 miles.
• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
• Positions require applicants to be US Citizens, 21 years or older. 
• Must complete criminal background check, and Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) background check. 

Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.

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Qualifications

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. The degree must have been accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
• Degree from Foreign Medical School: A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school must provide education and medical knowledge equivalent to accredited schools in the United States. Evidence of equivalency to accredited schools in the United States is demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Qualifications:

• Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate is required to have successfully completed a residency program in a hospital or an institution accredited for such training. For purposes of this standard, graduate training programs include only those internship, residency, and fellowship programs that are approved by accrediting bodies recognized within the United States or Canada.
• Residency trained and board certified is required.
• Five (5) years of  experience as attending or independently practicing physician in a direct patient care setting.
• Experience in detention/correctional healthcare, humanitarian care, ambulatory care, or a pediatric setting encouraged, but not required.

• Candidates must have a full, current, valid and unrestricted license or registration as a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or as a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.). Licensure must be maintained current, and any required education or training, maintain licensure must be completed within the required timeline of the licensing authority. A temporary license will not be accepted.
• Candidates must not have had any professional licensure or certification withheld, suspended, revoked, or denied, and the candidate must not have surrendered or allowed a professional license or certification to have expired or lapsed because of an investigation or disciplinary action.
• Candidate must not have been convicted of, pled guilty to, pled nolo contendere to, or received probation before judgment for any crime other than a minor traffic violation, the record of which has not been expunged.
• Current unexpired Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification must be maintained from one of the following approved organizations:
  1. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for healthcare providers.
  2. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), if applicable
  3. American Red Cross CPR/BLS for the professional rescuer.
  4. American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR and AED for healthcare providers and professional responders.
     1. Course components must include Adult, Pediatric, and Infant CPR, Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, and Automatic Defibrillator (AED) proficiency.
     2. Applicant/ Employee must be certified upon hire and may also be a certified instructor.
     3. BLS must be renewed prior to expiration date, and always kept in an active status.
• Board certified/board eligible in a primary care field, to include: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) approved board. Other relevant board certification / eligibility will be considered by OCMO upon request.