Family Medicine / Internal Medicine Physician – Behavioral Health & Medical Oversight | Flexible Schedule
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Job description
An established healthcare organization in Canton, Ohio, is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to provide general medical support within a behavioral health facility.
This is a unique opportunity for a physician interested in a flexible, facility-based medical practice without the demands of managing a traditional primary care patient panel.
The primary responsibility will involve conducting medical history and physical examinations (H&Ps) for patients receiving behavioral health services, evaluating general medical conditions, and identifying medical concerns that may impact patient treatment or admission.
Depending on the physician's experience, availability, and clinical interests, the position may also include direct patient care, general medical oversight, clinical consultation, and supervision of Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs).
The organization is open to developing a flexible arrangement that combines clinical responsibilities and supervisory duties based on mutual agreement.
Position Highlights:
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Flexible and negotiable schedule
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Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physicians welcome
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Primary focus on medical H&Ps and general medical oversight
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Opportunity for direct patient care and clinical supervision
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Potential FNP supervision responsibilities
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No traditional primary care patient panel
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Collaborative behavioral health environment
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Compensation negotiable based on experience and responsibilities
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401(k) retirement plan
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Vacation and paid time off
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Opportunity to help shape the medical coverage structure
An excellent opportunity for a physician seeking a flexible clinical role in an interdisciplinary behavioral health setting.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations for patients receiving behavioral health services.
- Evaluate general medical conditions and identify concerns requiring additional assessment or treatment.
- Assess medical clearance needs and identify conditions that may impact safe admission or ongoing treatment.
- Provide appropriate medical recommendations, treatment guidance, and follow-up.
- Address basic medical needs within the facility's scope of services.
**Behavioral Health Collaboration**
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, nursing professionals, APPs, and facility leadership.
- Coordinate medical care with behavioral health treatment plans.
- Communicate clinical findings and recommendations to interdisciplinary team members.
- Support safe, coordinated, and patient-centered care.
**FNP Supervision & Clinical Oversight**
- Provide clinical supervision and guidance to Family Nurse Practitioners as required.
- Support APPs with clinical consultation and medical decision-making.
- Assist in developing appropriate supervision and collaboration processes.
- Potentially provide statewide FNP supervision, subject to applicable Ohio regulations and credentialing requirements.
**Clinical & Operational Support**
- Help establish an appropriate medical coverage structure based on facility needs.
- Participate in determining the balance between direct patient care and supervisory responsibilities.
- Support clinical quality, patient safety, and appropriate medical practices.
- Perform additional medical responsibilities consistent with qualifications and the agreed-upon role.
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
- Active Ohio medical license or ability to obtain appropriate Ohio licensure.
- Strong clinical judgment and medical evaluation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate with psychiatric, nursing, APP, and facility teams.
- Commitment to quality, safe, and patient-centered medical care.
Working Hours
**Hours:** To be determined based on the agreed-upon coverage arrangement.
**Employment Structure:** Direct patient care, medical H&P coverage, FNP supervision, general medical oversight, or a combination of responsibilities.
**Coverage Requirements:** To be discussed during the interview process.
**Start Date:** To be determined.
The organization is open to tailoring the position around the physician's clinical interests, experience, availability, and credentialing requirements.
Skills
2. Internal Medicine
3. Medical History & Physical Examinations (H&P)
4. Behavioral Health
5. General Medical Evaluation
6. Medical Oversight
7. Clinical Supervision
8. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Supervision
9. Psychiatric Patient Care
10. Inpatient / Facility-Based Medicine
11. Clinical Consultation
12. Interdisciplinary Collaboration
13. Patient Assessment
14. Medical Clearance
15. Clinical Decision-Making