Medical Director
Location: Columbia, SC
Work Setting: Full-Time
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $200,000 to $220,000 per year
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Summary
We are looking for a Medical Director who can evaluate how care is delivered and help address problems before they affect patient outcomes. This role focuses on clinical quality, patient safety, and the review of medical practices. Responsibilities include examining care trends, participating in incident reviews, and working with clinical teams on corrective measures when needed. Applicants should have a strong background in patient care, experience interpreting clinical information, and the ability to make balanced decisions when reviewing quality concerns.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate medical care quality using clinical records and established performance measures.
- Investigate clinical safety concerns within the assigned scope of authority.
- Participate in peer review and other quality assurance activities.
- Recommend changes to medical protocols when deficiencies are identified.
- Review documentation practices for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
- Help establish processes for reporting and addressing patient safety concerns.
- Work with providers to implement corrective or preventive measures.
- Monitor progress on assigned clinical improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
- Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
- Appropriate residency training.
- Understanding of medical ethics, regulatory compliance, and quality management.
- Ability to exercise independent clinical judgment.
Preferred:
- Board certification in the relevant clinical specialty, unless required by the employer or setting.
- Medical staff leadership or committee experience.
- Previous involvement in clinical policy development.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement options
- CME support
- Professional liability coverage
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Qualified physicians may submit their resume and professional credentials for review.