Medical Director job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of a Medical Director job summary
Our healthcare organisation is looking for a Medical Director who can monitor and improve the level of care we provide and help reduce our operational costs over time. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong background as a primary care physician, as well as experience in a hospital administration role. The successful applicant will work closely with our executive management team to implement strategies that enhance patient care and improve our medical practice. If you are interested in leading a dynamic team of healthcare professionals, we encourage you to apply today.
Medical Director responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Collaborate with the medical board to update, amend, and replace medical policies
- Manage our team of doctors and ensure that employees are complying with company policies when providing care
- Work directly with providers to educate them on our care process and determine what can be done to improve overall care quality
- Act as the medical expert in dealings with vendors and non-medical facilities that work within the organisation
- Create work groups and leadership committees that are designed to improve patient care and enhance relationships with providers
Medical Director qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- General registration with AHPRA required
- Vocational registration, e.g. FRACGP, FACRRM or equivalent
- Willing to travel at least one week out of each month
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- 10+ years’ experience in clinical medicine
- 5+ years’ experience in a hospital administration role
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