GENERAL SUMMARY In conjunction with the leadership team develops, evaluates and implements clinical programs that create competitive and clinically appropriate patient access. Represents oncology service line to the community, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders to ensure seamless access to services, robust patient education, and innovative screening programs. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Ensures delivery of care and services meet regulatory, practice and accreditation standards. Provides medical expertise in matters involving capital/strategic planning, space modifications, infection control, policies and procedures, safety, and emergency preparedness. Identifies and promotes areas to improve patient safety, corrects inappropriate and/or inadequate medical care and takes overall ownership to resolve conflicting patient care decision making. In collaboration with Oncology Practice Leadership and UM SJMC Leadership teams, develops annual clinical operational goals and interventions in alignment with Oncology Clinical Service Line roadmap. Attends UM Cancer Network Clinical and Research group meetings and ensures material is matriculated to onsite teams for evaluation, development, and implementation in accord with institutional research processes. Conducts physician peer review activities as requested by medical staff office. Assists in the development and training of formal continuing medical education of onsite providers. Supports marketing and program development outreach efforts and actively participates in community activities. Other UM Cancer Network Affiliation duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides leadership and oversight of the delivery of medical care by clinical staff through direct supervision and audits. Promotes and models the characteristics of a highly reliable organization, expressing a preoccupation with failure, reluctance to simplify, sensitivity to operations, commitment to resilience and deference to expertise. Directs activities related to the delivery of medical care and clinical services such as cost management, utilization review, quality assurance, and medical protocol development. Participates in the recruitment and selection process of medical providers and provides regular performance reviews and feedback. Assists in the development of standards and qualifications for providers. Serves as a mentor by providing education and developmental opportunities to clinical staff. Manages the resolution of practice-related issues of provider staff. Attends standing meetings (board, committee, etc.). Monitors quality and appropriateness of medical care. Insures timely and accurate record keeping and documentation to support clinical and reimbursement activity. Provides oversight of utilization and risk management activities including monitoring of service utilization, adherence to corporate compliance plan, attainment of productivity targets. Develops policies and procedures for clinical protocols. Manages strategic development for the practice. Manages physician relations and/or representation. Effectively handles and resolves clinical patient complaints. Examines patients and assesses symptoms and physical information; orders, executes, and analyzes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition; administers and prescribes medications treatments; documents the patient's visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action; and provides patient education and methods regarding treatment of various conditions. Participates in the Peer Review Program as described in the Medical Staff Bylaws and policies as managed by University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center (SJMC). Completes mandatory employee health, workers compensation, HR processes, and other training and requirements in required timeframe to ensure compliance with all FPI rules and regulations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Doctoral degree in Medicine in area of specialty. 5+ years of clinical experience. 3-5 years of leadership experience. CPR required. ACLS/BCLS required. Board certification/eligibility in area of specialty. Demonstrated ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, and/or publishing. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, patient's families, departmental units, and medical and nursing staff on all essential matters. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of professional theory, practices and regulations to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment. SKILLS Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional physician to provide ongoing patient care. Skill in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. ABILITIES Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. #J-18808-Ljbffr