PAP.5.3.060 Responsibilities of Medical Director

The Medical Director, as established in Title III, Chapter 5 of the LCOTCL – Community Health Center Code, is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Medical Department of the LCO-CHC and is primarily responsible for patient care. The Medical Director shall report to the Health Director on all matters regarding patient care and the supervision of medical personnel.

(a) The Medical Director is responsible for carrying out the following administrative duties:

(1) Direct supervision of the medical staff including the Lab Technician, Radiology Technicians, Medical Records Staff, and the other physician staff;

(2) Ensure policies and procedures of the LCO-CHC and standards of accreditation are followed in providing patient care;

(3) Ensure patient confidentiality and the safeguarding of medical information is maintained;

(4) Provide technical expertise for administrative decisions regarding patient care, evaluation of medical staff, and resolution of personnel matters affecting patient care;

(5) Assure that providers are available to serve patients during scheduled hours of operation of the LCO-CHC and for planned specialized medical services;

(6) Work with the Health Director to determine and arrange for appropriate training of medical staff; and

(7) Ensure peer review.