Region VII Area Agency on Aging/Sunrise PACE is accepting applications for a highly motivated Medical Director. Choose a challenging and rewarding career where you can enjoy a deep sense of personal satisfaction by making a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of others. The Sunrise PACE center and job location is located in Fort Gratiot, MI (St. Clair County). We believe in advocating, planning, developing, and supporting a comprehensive system of quality care and services designed to achieve the optimum level of health, well-being, and independence of people as they age. The Company: Region VII Area Agency on Aging/Sunrise PACE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. An alternative to nursing home living, the services provided by the Sunrise PACE program will enable the elderly to age in place in their home and community. We believe in advocating, planning, developing, and supporting a comprehensive system of quality care and services designed to achieve the optimum level of health, well-being, and independence of people as they age. BRIEF SUMMARY OF PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Sunrise PACE Medical Director is responsible for the management and oversight of the physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other staff assigned to his/her team. The PACE Medical Director oversees the clinical care provided by the Sunrise PACE program and ensures quality clinical service delivery to PACE participants. The PACE Medical Director is also responsible for overseeing clinical service contracts for the PACE program. The Medical Director will develop the value propositions, policies, procedures and oversight necessary to enable the agency to successfully partner with health care providers and payers along the various program and service lines in the new world of integrated care. He/She must be a medical provider, MD or DO, and a champion in the existing provider network with a keen understanding of and empathy for the agency’s primary client demographics. He/She will work closely with the Executive Team and other members of the staff to advance the strategic objectives of the agency. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Effectively interact with a wide range of health care and social services staff, working together as an interdisciplinary team. Work with the PACE Executive Director in evaluating staffing needs as census changes. Evaluate and assist in establishing contracts for a wide range of clinical services, including hospital, pharmacy, specialists and nursing homes. Oversee the utilization of inpatient, pharmaceutical, specialty, and institutional long-term care services. A Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with active license in the State of Michigan, champion in the existing provider network with strong connections to existing health care provider leadership and professional societies. At least 3 years of experience in a Primary Care Physician role outside of their residency. Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution. Board certification in primary care or related field from said residency. Current State Medical Practitioner License. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing. Experience utilizing social service programs and initiatives Experience in analysis, management and evaluation of programmatic impact and return on investment Working knowledge of evidence-based programs Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to work effectively with members of the agency’s executive team and staff, as well as media, public officials and others in the community across a wide spectrum of backgrounds, cultures and education levels A keen understanding of and empathy for the agency’s primary client populations Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records and Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Minimum three years of experience working with elderly population. Board certified Geriatrician strongly preferred. Geriatric medicine; special needs of complex geriatric patients. Industry and professional standards of health care, utilization management, quality improvement and other medical management functions. Sensitivity to the culture and needs of the socially and ethnically diverse population Sunrise PACE serves. Observes principles and practices of medical administration. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Offered (Premiums 100% Employer Paid) Health Savings Account (Company Contributing) Competitive 401K Retirement Plan with Generous Company Contribution Short Term/Long Term Disability (Employer Paid) Paid Time Off Paid Company Holidays Life Insurance (Employer Paid) Exceptional Work Environment where all team members are valued Region VII Area Agency on Aging/PACE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr