Family/Adolescent Medicine - Physician - Medical Director - Mount Sinai Adolescent School Based Heal

Our organization is in search of a Medical Director for its School-Based Health Centers.

Job Title: Medical Director, School-Based Health Centers

Grade: Faculty

Reports to: Division Chief, Adolescent Medicine

Primary Purpose:

The organization is dedicated to enhancing the health and wellness of young individuals by offering essential services that are high-quality, comprehensive, integrated, and confidential, all at no cost. We aim to advance adolescent and young adult health as a national priority, serving as a premier center for clinical care, specialized training, innovative research, and advocacy.

The Medical Director for the School-Based Health Center (SBHC) will oversee the program's operations and collaborate closely with the Deputy Medical Directors to ensure that medical services align with our mission, strategic goals, and operational framework.

This role involves directing the activities of both medical and mental health staff, ensuring that services comply with our policies, New York State regulations, funder guidelines, and established best practices in adolescent medicine. Together with the Deputy Medical Directors, the SBHC Medical Director will formulate, approve, and implement policies governing medical services within the School-Based Health Centers.

Responsibilities:

Direct Patient Care

• Provide outpatient care at SBHCs and MSAHC, along with inpatient coverage at affiliated facilities.
• Offer support to school-based health center physicians and mid-level practitioners during staff absences.

Administrative Duties

In partnership with the Deputy Medical Directors, ensure the effective and efficient operation of the SBHCs, fostering an integrated interdisciplinary service model. Promote a patient-centered culture where students receive competent, compassionate, and cohesive care, while staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to excel in their roles.

Supervision, Evaluation, and Collaboration

• Oversee the development, management, and evaluation of the SBHC medical practice, including key positions such as:
• SBHC physicians and mid-level practitioners
• SBHC practice manager, in collaboration with the Operations Director, and assume practice manager duties if the position is vacant
• Conduct annual evaluations of provider performance, perform semiannual OPPE for all clinical staff, and regularly review charts for informal performance assessments.
• Work with the Deputy Medical Directors to adapt existing medical care protocols in line with established adolescent health standards.
• Implement quality assurance measures and monitor the quality of medical services provided.
• Advocate for SBHC providers in program development, policy formulation, staff development, and address any challenges they may face in fulfilling their responsibilities.
• Establish and oversee systems to track the timeliness and communication of all specialty referrals.
• Collaborate with:
• Social work supervisors to enhance mental health service delivery in the SBHC.
• Research teams to assess and share practice-based outcomes and program evaluations.
• Adolescent Medicine Fellowship Program Directors to provide teaching and mentorship to faculty, fellows, residents, and staff at both the SBHC and MSAHC.
• NYC Department of Health for program evaluation and management.
• Health education supervisors to improve health education services in the SBHC.

Qualifications:

• MD degree with Board Certification in Adolescent Medicine.
• Preferred minimum of 5 years of combined clinical and administrative experience.
• Strong commitment to our mission and vision, fostering a collaborative and multidisciplinary patient-centered culture.
• Dedication to working with young individuals, prioritizing their needs and concerns.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, partnering effectively with the Medical Director.
• Understanding of managed care and healthcare financing.
• Personal attributes of integrity, empathy, compassion, and patience.
• Exceptional management capabilities with a focus on mentoring, recruiting, and retaining a diverse team.
• A visible and approachable management style that builds trust and encourages teamwork.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills that facilitate sound decision-making and long-term solutions, demonstrating resourcefulness in prioritizing and investing in people and systems.

Compensation ranges from $175,000 to $190,000 (excluding bonuses or incentive compensation and benefits).

Salary Disclosure Information:
Our organization provides a salary range to comply with local salary transparency laws. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as experience, specialties, historical productivity, and community needs. Therefore, actual salaries may fall within or outside the listed range. The stated salary range applies to full-time positions and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer, adhering to all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment is to create an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. We strive to eliminate barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness throughout our organization.