Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma

Description

The Medical Director provides direct patient care as a family practice physician while overseeing all clinical providers and medical services at Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Bah-Kho-Je Medical Center. The position establishes the clinical culture and promotes professional, ethical, and clinical standards to ensure a welcoming environment that reflects the Tribe’s culture, vision, and values. Working closely with the administrative team, the Medical Director develops and evaluates the medical delivery model to maintain compliance with Tribal policies and regulatory standards. Key responsibilities include supervising physicians and advanced practice providers, directing clinical protocols, and participating in budget planning. The Medical Director acts as the clinical lead for the facility and assumes non-provider administrative leadership duties in the absence of the Health Services Division Director. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct primary care services to patients including diagnosis and treatment.
• Supervise all staff physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.
• Develop clinical protocols to ensure consistent care and appropriate referrals.
• Lead the provider peer review and clinical quality assurance programs.
• Collaborate with the Health Services Division Director on strategic and budget planning.
• Ensure medical services comply with Tribal policies and federal regulations.
• Direct the credentialing and privileging process for all medical providers.
• Oversee clinical risk management and patient safety initiatives.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of new clinical staff members.
• Manage communication between clinic providers and external medical facilities.
• Coordinate with medical staff on complex patient care issues.
• Document patient care services to support professional billing requirements.
• Provide clinical leadership for the electronic health record system.
• Assume non-provider administration leadership duties when the Health Services Division Director is absent.
• Meet regularly with the Health Services Division Director and nursing leadership.
• Resolve patient grievances and complaints related to clinical care.
• Monitor provider compliance with licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Oversee the clinical formulary and pharmacy service coordination.
• Direct the clinical response during public health emergencies or disasters.
• Provides oversight and serves as Clinical Laboratory Director. Ensures laboratory testing follows Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) standards and regulations for CLIA waived lab and moderate complexity laboratory. 
• Represent clinical interests at Tribal Council or community health forums as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Advanced clinical judgment in the diagnosis and treatment of primary care patients.
• Ability to supervise and mentor a team of physicians and mid-level providers.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Competence in resolving clinical conflicts and patient grievances.
• Knowledge of Tribal healthcare systems and the needs of culturally diverse populations.
• Familiarity with Indian Health Service regulations and federal healthcare standards.
• Proficiency in balancing clinical duties with administrative leadership tasks.
• Ability to operate electronic health record systems and office productivity software.
• Sound decision-making skills during high-pressure or emergency medical situations.
• Knowledge of healthcare management principles and strategic planning.
• Capacity to interpret and apply departmental policies and federal laws.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to meet clinic goals.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Medical Doctorate or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Oklahoma.
• Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related primary care specialty.
• Minimum of five years of clinical practice experience with at least two years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Extensive experience working within Indian Health Service or Tribal healthcare delivery systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during clinical examinations and administrative meetings.
• Manual dexterity and coordination required to perform medical procedures and operate clinical equipment.
• Capacity to lift, move, or position patients and medical supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visual acuity and hearing necessary to accurately assess patient conditions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases and various medical hazards.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful completion of applicable tribal drug test.
• Successful completion of applicable tribal background check.
• Must pass background investigation for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Hepatitis B, Tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap), Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), and Varicella vaccinations, with proof of previous vaccinations or proof of positive titer. Tuberculosis baseline screening upon hire.