Clinic Medical Director - AZ Fire and Police
Valor Health
Clinic Medical Director - AZ Fire and Police
AZ - Phoenix
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About Valor Healthcare
Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – including those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.
This contract will provide occupational medicine health services and electronic health records management for sworn staff from both the City of Phoenix (City) Fire and Police Departments as well as public safety personnel assigned to other jurisdictions throughout the region who have contracted with Phoenix Fire Department Health and Wellness Center (PFDHWC) for these services.
Incumbents are encouraged to apply!
Valor is different because of our people.
+ Our leadership team is comprised of veterans, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and world-class patient experience.
+ Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.
Location:Phoenix Fire Department Health and Wellness Center (PFDHWC)
50 S. 12th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034.
Schedule: (Use appropriate schedules below for labor category)
PFDHWC Hours:
Facility hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. PFDHWC Clinic hours are 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch period.
Only for :Physical Therapy Clinic Hours:
Physical Therapy (PT) Clinic hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch period that may vary in time of day, due to patient scheduling.
Providers only:After-Hours Call Rotation Requirements
Contractor’s full-time providers assigned to work under this Contract and assigned to the PFDHWC are required to provide after-hours call rotation services, to respond to firefighter injury notifications, act as a liaison between the PFD member and emergency room care staff, and answer calls 24/7 during their scheduled rotation time. Contractor shall provide the PFDHWC with the finalized on-call rotation schedule of no less than 60 days in advance
Holiday Closures:
The PFDHWC is closed on allCity of Phoenix observed holidays.
This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.
+ MEDICAL DOCTOR - DIRECTOR
Performs baseline physicals, evaluates, treats, and follows up on industrialinjuries, infectiousand hazardous material exposures. Implements and supports an ongoing wellness program for fire department personnel and may berequiredto also perform DOT and Public Safety Dive Team hyperbaric examinations.
+ Responsibilities:
+ Serve as Contractor’s main point of contact with PFDHWC Management to coordinate clinic schedules, discuss Contractor’s staff concerns, and other issues as needed.
+ Perform physical exams with an evaluation of testing: visual, audiometric, pulmonary function, body composition, blood and urine lab assessment, and stress treadmill or a C-PET VO2 to assess fitness for duty for firefighters in accordance with NFPA 1580 and 1582 (NFPA 1580 Standard for Emergency Responder Occupational Health (https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-1580-standard-development/1580) andNFPA 1582 Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program (https://www.nfpa.org/search?view=dynamic&rn=08185581835633915&sh=dynamic&globalsearch=true#q=nfpa%201582&aq=%40culture%3d%22en%22) ).
+ Perform pre-placement physicals for firefighter applicants in accordance with NFPA 1580/1582.
+ Evaluate and treat work-related injuries of firefighters, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, prescribe and monitor treatment including physical therapy, and refer to medical specialists.
+ Formulate diagnostic recommendations, develop, and implement treatment plans, monitor effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, prescribe appropriate medications, make appropriate referrals. Ensure Fire’s follow up procedures are part of the treatment plan: PFD Volume I Management Procedures (103.02E, 103.06, and 104.02B until the injured worker has reached Medical Maximum Improvement (MMI) or is cleared for full duty by the specialist and the PFDHWC contracted provider.
+ Perform consultations for firefighters with toxicologic or infectious exposure to HIV, Hepatitis C and B, tuberculosis, and others.
+ Create and revise current procedures at the PFDHWC regarding medical monitoring, fitness maintenance, and stress management.
+ Participate in and designate other providers to assist with research projects in firefighter health and wellness.
+ Prepare and present educational materials to firefighters at annual firefighter conferences as requested.
+ May be required to assist with pre-deployment medical exams for Federal Emergency Management Agency/Urban Search and Rescue (FEMA/US&R) Team, Arizona Task Force 1 (AZ-TF1) at the time of active deployment and participate in mobilization drills scheduled by the Phoenix Fire Department’s Special Operations section.
+ Act as AZ-TF1 Liaison while members are deployed.
+ Respond to firefighter injury notifications. Triage and determine work status advising Firefighter to report to nearest emergency room or the HWC the next business day. Act as a liaison between the PFD member and emergency room care staff, and answer calls 24/7 during their scheduled rotation time.
Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Minimum Qualifications:
+ Current Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) license in the State of Arizona
+ Ten years of experience in Occupational Health Medicine and/or Emergency Medicine or Sports Medicine.
+ CurrentDrug EnforcementAdministration(DEA) number.
+ Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or Board-Certified Emergency Medicine.
+ CurrentNational Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov/home) (NRCME) (DOT) certification, or ability to become certified within 90 days of hire by Contractor to work at PFDHWC.
+ Working knowledge of and experience with the IAFF/IAFC Wellness Fitness Initiative, NFPA 1582 and OSHA 1910 (1910 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910) ) relating to firefighters.
+ Preferred Qualifications:
+ One year of experience of working with Scuba divers or involved in research, teaching, and/or patient treatment related to Hyperbaric Services
+ One year of experience working with the (USAR) Urban Search and Rescue team and have participated in deployment.
+ Emergency Medical Services (EMS) experience.
+ One year of experience with tactical athletes in a first responder environment.
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