Medical Director
Location: Augusta
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Monday - Friday routine business hours in our beautiful
post-acute care environment Job Purpose: PruittHealth Physician
Services is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead
clinical care and ensure high-quality, patient-centered services in
post-acute and long-term care settings. As a leader in geriatric
care, you will oversee facility-wide clinical operations, lead care
process improvement initiatives, and support ongoing education for
staff and healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities: · Medical
Practice Leadership - Direct overall clinical care for post-acute
and long-term care residents. - Lead facility care teams, setting
clinical standards for exceptional patient care. · Care Process
Leadership - Guide the implementation of clinical and
administrative protocols. - Support risk management and improve
safety outcomes. · Quality of Care - Develop and manage quality
improvement programs. - Monitor facility compliance with state and
federal healthcare regulations. · Education, Communication, and
Leadership - Provide ongoing education and communication to staff,
patients, and the community. - Mentor healthcare professionals,
including nurse practitioners and medical trainees. · Employee
Health & Community Advocacy - Ensure staff well-being through
infection control measures. - Serve as an advocate for resident
rights, patient self-determination, and advance care planning.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements: · Education: MD or DO degree
from an accredited institution. · Experience: - At least 3 years of
clinical experience in a geriatric, adult, or family medicine
setting. - Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a healthcare
role. · Licensure: - Current state medical license. - Board
certification in Geriatrics or a relevant field. - Active DEA
licensure (Class II-V unrestricted). - CPR certification. Preferred
Qualifications: - Geriatric Medicine Board Certification. - Hospice
and Palliative Medicine Board Certification. - Significant
experience in long-term care, hospice, or wound care. - Bilingual
(English & Spanish) is a plus. Key Skills: - Strong leadership and
communication abilities. - Expertise in geriatric and palliative
care. - Ability to manage quality assurance initiatives (QAPI). -
Proficient in care planning for complex patients, including
end-of-life care. Why PruittHealth? We are a family-oriented
organization committed to delivering compassionate care. Join our
team and make a lasting impact in your community. Travel
Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to
travel to various care facilities. Family Makes Us Stronger. Our
family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and
caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with
you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! As an Equal
Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will
receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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