Job Title:
Medical Director/Physician Administrator 3 for Mt. Vernon
Company: Highland County Joint Township
Location: Ohio, IL
Created: 2026-04-19
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Join Our Team! Accepting applications for a Medical Director/Physician Administrator 3 The Medical Director is responsible for providing comprehensive primary care and overseeing all medical services within the facility. The role ensures high-quality, person-centered care while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, including ICF/IID, CMS and Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) standards. This position is unclassified in accordance with Section 124.11(A)(14) of the Ohio Revised Code. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Medical Oversight (60%) * Provide comprehensive primary care, including physical exams, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up * Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications * Monitor treatment effectiveness and ensure continuity of care * Plan, direct, and evaluate delivery of medical services * Ensure compliance with ICF/IID, CMS, and DODD standards * Establish and implement medical policies, procedures, and clinical protocols * Monitor quality indicators and clinical outcomes using EHR systems (e.g., PointClickCare) * Identify risks and implement corrective actions * Provide medical consultation to executive leadership * Participate in committees (e.g., Infection Control, Pharmacy Review, Human Rights, MUI, Emergency Preparedness) * Support audits, surveys, and corrective action planning Interdisciplinary Coordination & Documentation (20%) * Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams (nursing, psychology, QIDPs, direct care staff, families/guardians) * Participate in development and implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) * Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record * Use EHR tools to monitor patient trends and support clinical decision-making Clinical Leadership & Consultation (10%) * Provide guidance and oversight to Certified Nurse Practitioners and other providers * Review clinical practices and documentation for compliance and quality * Offer consultation on complex cases * Coordinate with external providers, specialists, and DODD Central Office * Ensure appropriate referrals and continuity of care Strategic Planning & Program Development (10%) * Contribute to healthcare strategy, quality improvement, and operational initiatives * Utilize data and reporting tools to drive performance improvement * Support staff education and training on clinical and documentation standards * Assist in developing policies aligned with organizational goals Certificate to practice medicine as issued by State Medical Board pursuant to Sections 4731.14 & 4731.281 of Revised Code. Specialty in Family Practice Job Skills: Medical Professional Skills: Confidentiality, Consultation, Collaboration, Interpreting Data and Problem Solving Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Medical Charting, Medication Management, Policy Direction & Public Health