Chief Medical Officer

Company: West Park Hospital-WY-US
Location: Concord
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

Riverbend Community Mental Health, Inc., one of the largest providers of community-based behavioral health services in New Hampshire, is seeking a full-time Chief Medical Officer.

As the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) you will be responsible for the clinical oversight of psychiatry services at Riverbend including the provision of clinical care, staff supervision, fiscal accountability, risk management, and participation in short and long-range planning of services to meet the needs of the community. The CMO is an integral part of the Senior Leadership Team and serves in both an administrative and clinical role providing direct services to a small caseload of clients. Direct reports include the Medical Directors from other areas of the agency.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with Psychiatrists, APRNs, and nursing staff at all programs.

Provide direct services to clients of the program/agency.

Manage administrative/program operations to optimize efficient service delivery.

Manage resources to obtain positive financial outcomes.

Provide consistent leadership to team/program in support of quality services and attainment of program and agency goals.

Assure compliance with documentation and quality assurance requirements.

Participate in educational activities to advance professional practice.

Engage in collaboration, teamwork and relationship building to optimize the quality of service, department and agency effectiveness, and employee job satisfaction.

Utilize electronic health record (EHR) of the agency to document client information, referrals or other relevant information as required.

Participate in weekly, monthly, or quarterly team meetings as assigned.

Provide on-site time at assigned program each week. On-site work may include meeting providers, care coordinators, or other designated staff, discussing procedures and coordinating services, and in-person evaluation of patients.

Coordinate the training of Psychiatric APRN students who come to the agency for their practicum.

Supervise and educate Psychiatry residents from Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center who come to the agency for one year of their residency.

Continue development of our library of recorded lectures to utilize for education and training purposes.

Requirements:

Medical degree (MD or DO) is required.

NH medical license is required.

Board certification in Psychiatry is required.

Valid DEA certificate with prescriptive authority is required.

Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle or access to a reasonable alternative is required.

Experience working in a community mental health and inpatient psychiatry is preferred.

Experience treating patients with diverse clinical profiles and clinical co-morbidities is preferred.

Experience with electronic health records is preferred.

Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation which amounts to approximately 5 weeks per year is required. (Paid at an additional rate)

COVID-19 Considerations

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the world, it is our responsibility to help keep our staff, clients, and communities safe. At Riverbend, we have implemented processes and precautions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. All staff are following a screening protocol prior to entering any facility as well as recording their temperature before starting work. All staff are required to wear face masks when in common areas of our facilities or when in close proximity to any other individual. To promote social distancing, staff may work staggered shifts and/or work in the office on alternating days, or work remotely. Riverbend provides personal protective equipment (PPE) to staff appropriate for their type of service delivery. Clinical services are being provided via telehealth, telephone, or in-person depending upon the needs of the client. We are taking all necessary precautions for any in-person service delivery. Riverbend takes great care to ensure that frequently touched surfaces are being sanitized throughout the day, ventilation systems are functioning at optimal levels for maximum air circulation and quality per CDC guidelines, and each location is fully sanitized daily.

Founded in 1963, Riverbend Community Mental Health is a private, nonprofit organization providing specialized behavioral health services in central New Hampshire. Core services include 24/7 emergency mobile crisis services; addiction counseling; counseling services for children, adults, and families; addiction treatment; and community support, vocational services, and residential programs for adults and seniors. Evidence-based models of treatment guide all our work, and we strongly believe in the power of self-directed growth and recovery.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid liability insurance, 403(b) with company match, flexible spending accounts, an annual stipend for professional expenses, CME training to support licensure, 5 CME days in addition to generous paid leave — plus 8 holidays per year.

You’ll be joining a team of focused, hard-working, creative people who are passionate about the role they play in serving the mental health needs of the greater Concord community. Riverbend is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a safe, inclusive working environment for people of all backgrounds.

About Concord New Hampshire

Concord New Hampshire is ranked one of the nation’s top micropolitan (population under 50,000) communities, year after year. Our excellent schools and colleges produce a well-educated workforce, and we are proud to be home to one of the finest health care networks north of Boston (about 1.5 hours south). In addition to our vibrant downtown, business community, and wealth of cultural offerings, the Concord area is the perfect place to raise a family, grow a business, or explore New England’s rich history, culture, and natural wonders.

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