Long-Term Care Medical Director / CMTNCC
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $0.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174104
Agency: Department of Mental Health-C.M. Tucker-Roddey
Opening Date: 02/28/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: UB27
Position Number:: 60016678
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Unclassified
Opening Date: 02/28/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Residency Requirement (specifics):: Completion of required residency and four (4) years' experience in medical services programs.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, CMTNCC, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Medical Director, you will report to the Deputy Director of Long-Term Care. Responsible for leading and managing medical and clinical services for an array of programs that provide long-term care treatment. Services include the assessment, planning and directing of policy and staff/treatment resources to ensure appropriate level and quality of medical/clinical care, the direction of medical risk management, the direct supervision of Medical Staff, Infection Control and Psychology Dept. Provides medical treatment services to residents. Collaborates with Nursing Home Administrators to ensure quality health standards and serves as a member of Tucker Leadership.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Licensed to practice medicine in South Carolina. Completion of required residency and four years' experience in medical services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience in a clinical administrative capacity.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively and a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Long-Term Care services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of current treatment programs and agency policies with clinical, administrative and support personnel. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of organizational and managerial concepts. Must be able to perform MAPS and emergency care to patients/residents with cardiac and/or respiratory arrest and other emergencies. Must have the ability to use required various office equipment, medical care equipment, etc. May be exposed to blood and other hazardous materials. This position must maintain a valid Driver's License.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
03
Are you licensed to practice medicine in South Carolina?
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Have you completed the required residency and four (4) years' experience in medical services programs?
05
Have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
06
If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
07
How did you hear about our vacancy?
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If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174104
Agency: Department of Mental Health-C.M. Tucker-Roddey
Opening Date: 02/28/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: UB27
Position Number:: 60016678
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Unclassified
Opening Date: 02/28/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Residency Requirement (specifics):: Completion of required residency and four (4) years' experience in medical services programs.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, CMTNCC, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Medical Director, you will report to the Deputy Director of Long-Term Care. Responsible for leading and managing medical and clinical services for an array of programs that provide long-term care treatment. Services include the assessment, planning and directing of policy and staff/treatment resources to ensure appropriate level and quality of medical/clinical care, the direction of medical risk management, the direct supervision of Medical Staff, Infection Control and Psychology Dept. Provides medical treatment services to residents. Collaborates with Nursing Home Administrators to ensure quality health standards and serves as a member of Tucker Leadership.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Diagnoses mental and physical disorders, prepare plans and administers treatment as appropriate. Determines and prescribes medication to be administered by nursing staff under his/her supervision. Performs admission history, physicals, and discharge summaries.
- Maintains liaisons with residents' relatives. Provides information and guidance in treatment of residents.
- Responsible for the planning and directing of all aspects of the LTC medical policies and programs and is responsible for keeping all providers up to date of all information shared by the Deputy Director.
- Responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating the quality of care for all residents, providing to the Deputy Director recommendations, collaboration, assistance, and input on development/revision of medical and clinical program issues relative to population, acuity, and budget.
- Provides leadership to all clinical personnel and trainees; developing mission focus, attending to morale, and defining requirements for all educational programs for medical staff, non-nursing clinical staff, and residents.
- Develops and implements a Recruitment and Retention Plan to ensure adequate staffing for the delivery of quality medical services for all areas of responsibility.
- Maintains compliance as appropriate with policies covering: Cultural/Age Specific Awareness, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, Harassment-Free Workplace, PPD's, Training, Time/Attendance, EPMS form/planning stage.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Licensed to practice medicine in South Carolina. Completion of required residency and four years' experience in medical services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience in a clinical administrative capacity.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively and a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Long-Term Care services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of current treatment programs and agency policies with clinical, administrative and support personnel. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of organizational and managerial concepts. Must be able to perform MAPS and emergency care to patients/residents with cardiac and/or respiratory arrest and other emergencies. Must have the ability to use required various office equipment, medical care equipment, etc. May be exposed to blood and other hazardous materials. This position must maintain a valid Driver's License.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year)
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
- Yes
- No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Are you licensed to practice medicine in South Carolina?
- Yes
- No
04
Have you completed the required residency and four (4) years' experience in medical services programs?
- Yes
- No
05
Have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
- Yes
- No
06
If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
07
How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
08
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
09
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question