Medical Specialist 2 State Operations duties will include:

On Call after hours responsibilities as indicated by Taconic's Medical Director.

Reviews patients for MOLST & OPWDD Checklist process Develops, implements, and reviews medical training intervention programs for staff, in consultation with nursing.

Participates in weekly Human Rights Committee Meeting and other pertinent, as needed meetings, including but not limited to Mortality Review, Board of Visits, Surrogate Decision-Making Committee etc.

Develops and administers procedures and policies for the medical specialty treatment program, facilities, and staff and assures that staff comply with them.

Periodically, will back-up the Taconic Medical Director, in his/her absence.

Reviews and familiarizes oneself with the legal rules and regulations pertaining to those with ID/DD, specifically the Health Care Decision Act, Surrogate Court Decision Act and NYCRR 633

Obtains, reviews, updates, and records individual information, such as medical histories, test results, diagnoses, prescribed treatments, and individual responses; and clarifies information with individuals as needed.

Conducts physical examinations; orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests and procedures; determines and/or confirms diagnoses; and treats a variety of specialized medical conditions.

Prescribe and/or administer treatments, medications, therapies, vaccinations, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury; conduct follow-up examinations and monitor individuals conditions, modifying treatment as needed.

May collaborate with other health care professionals and disciplines to achieve treatment goals and objectives and ensure continuity of care.

Explains and discusses procedures, test results, diagnoses, and prescribed treatments with individuals, families, and caregivers, and answers questions.

Refers individuals to other health care providers based on diagnostic and treatment needs.

Participates in discharge planning and works collaboratively with other providers and disciplines as needed to facilitate medical follow-up after discharge.

Maintains medical documentation consistent with OPWDD agency, New York State, and federal requirements.

Supervises individual care activities; prescribes, orders, and oversees the administration of treatments as appropriate and depending on clinical situation.

Consults with and advises other Medical Specialists, physicians, medical providers, and health care disciplines on diagnoses and treatment plans; and reviews and approves treatment recommendations.

Provides clinical supervision, guidance, and training to other medical professionals, nursing, and direct care staff; and monitors the coordination and implementation of care.

Reviews individual records to confirm diagnoses, and/or ensure that treatments are appropriate for diagnoses and that records are properly maintained.

May assign individuals and individual care activities to other Medical Specialists, physicians, and/or medical providers, may approve leave, track time, attendance and complete performance evaluations, as delegated by Medical Director.

Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, attends meetings, and serves on various committees and workgroups to improve individual services and outcomes.

Assists in the development, implementation, and revision of clinical policies and procedures.

May develop, implement, and/or supervise residency training programs and specialized health care and treatment education programs.

Will be expected to maintain a good time and attendance record, complete all mandatory trainings, and perform tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Taconic DDSO/NYS OPWDD jobs

Medical Specialist 2