Medical Leader

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

The Medical Leader provides medical/clinical oversight, leadership, and supervision of the medical staff.  The Physician works collaboratively with other departments and managers to assure optimal delivery of health care service consistent with SEARHC policy and procedure, Medical Staff Bylaws, and nationally recognized medical standards of care.  The Physician supports, encourages, and implements SEARHC strategic goals and organizational initiatives.  The Physician provides direct patient care services including after hours on-call.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Provides comprehensive primary care; provides ongoing care to a panel of patients, and participates as a 1.0 FTE in the clinic-provider on-call rotation.

• Responsible for overall quality of care provided by the medical provider team.  This includes appropriate selection of locums and permanent provider applicants; completing FPPE of all new providers; chart reviews (at least annually) and regular feedback to permanent providers.  Refer cases to PQIC where there is an unexpected outcome or concern about deviation from standard of care, or the case meets identified clinical indicators.   In collaboration with the Clinic Administrator, work to maximize the clinical quality measures (GPRA, HRSA, or other identified quality measures) for the population served and work to bring the Integrated Healthcare Team Model to full implementation at ELMC. Work to maintain and improve the ICT over time as the clinic needs change to meet patient healthcare needs. Monitors and ensures that provider staff maintain compliance with medical policies and protocols as approved by the Medical Executive Committee, PQIC, PMRS or other SEARHC medical staff committees.  Participate in the review and resolution of patient complaints as requested.  Consults with the Primary Care Medical Director on these issues as needed. Arrange CME with visiting specialists and trainings as needed for staff. Chair ELMC Medical Staff meeting once a month to keep providers up to date on current issues and projects, and make time for provider feedback.

• Supervises local medical providers.  Serves as supervisor, consultant, mentor, and coach for clinic physicians and non-physician providers.  For physician assistants (locums or permanent), serves as the primary collaborative physician.  Actively participates in provider interviews, reference checks, and new provider orientation.  Resolves any conflicts within the provider group, for example scheduling, call, patient assignment to PCP, interpersonal communication issues, etc.  Consults with the Primary Care Medical Director on these issues as needed.

• Work with the BRH Hospitalist Director to ensure quality care for all SEARHC patients while under the care of BRH/SEARHC Hospitalist Hybrid Model and troubleshoot any issues that arise from this new service. Review patient complaints/compliments (QSTATIM) and act to improve in areas that require changes.

• Works as needed with the Clinic Administrator to improve clinic operations.  Makes recommendations on staffing, facility needs, and the selection and purchase of equipment. 

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Physician, MD or DO, with active SEARHC medical staff privileges.

• State of Alaska Medical License as an MD or DO.

• BLS required

Experience Required

• Three years post-residency clinical practice

• Previous experience in medical administration or the supervision of medical professionals, preferred.

Knowledge of

• Primary health care practices and principles.

• Human resources management concepts.

• Quality improvement.

• The Joint Commission and CMS accreditation standards, EMTALA, and HIPAA.

• Health care risk management principles.

• Medical ethics and medical malpractice principles.

Skills in

• Providing high quality health care services including the performance of medical procedures appropriate to the outpatient and emergency care setting.

• Clinical leadership, promoting teamwork and collaboration, and resolving conflict.

Ability to

• Express ideas clearly through oral and written communication skills.

• Analyze complex situations efficiently and problem solve.

• Effectively implement clinical program strategies.

Required Certifications:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!