Site Medical Director - Howard Brown

Howard Brown Health is a nationally recognized leader in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. Our commitment to inclusive and affirming care has made us a cornerstone of the Chicago community. At Howard Brown, we believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals and enriches lives.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to health equity and social justice.
• Work in a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent environment.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development.
• Contribute to groundbreaking health initiatives and research.
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance with two PPO plans and an HMO plan.
• Paid Time Off: 3-weeks paid vacation and 1-week of personal time, 12 accrued sick days per year.
• 401k program with up to 5% employer match after 90 days.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance valued at one times the annual salary.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs; NHSC & PSLF.
• Employee Assistance Program with 5 employer-paid counseling sessions.
• 50% off at Brown Elephant Resale Shops and discounts at local businesses.

What you can expect:

A Site Medical Director provides clinical and administrative leadership to Howard Brown Health Center and is responsible for the quality of care provided to participants in Primary Care at the assigned site, and for the clinical productivity of the medical provider clinical site staff. This role is ultimately responsible for delivering medical care within the legal parameters established by the Illinois Medical Practice Act and also provides direct patient care.

How you will make an impact:

• Measures and monitors the quality of patient care services in Primary Care Services at the assigned clinical location.
• Directly supervises Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Advanced Practice Nurses practicing at the site.
• Measures and monitors clinical productivity of provider staff.
• Develops productivity standards along with the Chief Medical Officer and reports regularly on performance relative to standards set by HBHC.
• Collaborates with the Integrated Health Care team in program planning, monitoring, and evaluating primary health care services.
• Provides direct care for patients at the site for 28 clinical contact hours and 12 administrative hours per week for 40 hours per week.
• Attends and participates in the Medical Leadership weekly meetings and other leadership meetings as required.
• Facilitates entry of the patient into the health care system by assessing the primary health care needs.
• Prescribes a variety of treatment modalities to meet health and illness needs.
• Meets provider productivity standards, including but not limited to the number of visits per week.
• Collaborates with advanced practice nurses and community health nurses to ensure that health teaching and counseling is provided.
• Ensures access and continuity of care by providing calls for after-hours coverage.
• Participates in quality improvement activities through protocol development and collaborative peer review.
• Ensures professional development and contributes to the professional growth of others.
• Maintains competence in clinical practice by engaging in mentor relationships and participating in appropriate educational activities.
• Documents comprehensive, accurate and continual data on client records and program reports according to organization standards.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A Medical Director provides supervision to Physicians, Mid-Level Providers, and other staff as needed for the assigned clinical site.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Medical Association with a Doctor of Medicine degree or accredited by the American Osteopathic Association with a doctor of Osteopathy degree.
• Successful completion of an approved program of residency training in family practice.
• 3 years of clinical experience in one or more areas of medicine.
• 3 years of administrative or supervisory experience, preferably in an ambulatory setting.
• Documented experience in protocol development, evaluation, and implementation of clinical standards of care.
• Documented experience as a preceptor for new personnel.
• Active Illinois Physician licensure, plus current DEA registration, Board certification in a specialty area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to practice within the legal and ethical guidelines established by the Medical Practice Act.
• Ability to adhere to Patient-Centered Medical Home Standards.
• Ability to follow clinical practice standards related to each healthcare provider's role and responsibilities.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS:

• Requires the ability to speak audibly and listen actively.
• Requires ability to use computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods.
• May require occasional bending and lifting to 25 pounds.