General Description
The Medical Director is responsible for overseeing and directing the occupational medicine programs at the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). This role includes managing the overall medical services provided to MSFC personnel, ensuring compliance with NASA/MSFC requirements, and leading the development and implementation of quality assurance programs. The Medical Director will also actively participate in patient care, provide guidance to MSFC management, and serve as the primary liaison with medical specialists and regulatory agencies. This position requires a strong background in preventive and occupational medicine, leadership experience, and the ability to manage complex healthcare programs.
How You Will Fulfill Your Mission
- Oversee the overall direction and management of the MSFC occupational medicine programs.
- Maintain an interface with and respond directly to NASA/MSFC requirements.
- Develop, implement, and monitor quality assurance programs, including the proficiency of medical personnel.
- Direct and guide the staff of the occupational medicine programs in providing services to MSFC personnel.
- Actively participate in examining patients scheduled for physicians’ examination appointments.
- Ensure operational readiness for emergency care and treatments.
- Perform medical evaluations and provide treatments for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses within the scope of the contract.
- Consult with the MSFC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) regarding the health and welfare of MSFC employees.
- Provide guidance to MSFC executive and management personnel on health and welfare matters concerning MSFC personnel.
- Evaluate applicants applying for participation in the NASA/MSFC Exchange Physical Exercise program.
- Refer patients to physicians or specialized health resources for further consultation or treatment as necessary.
- Observe universal precautions regarding blood-borne pathogens for patient and personal protection.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for hazardous waste management and disposal.
- Coordinate with medical specialists for emergency and non-emergency referrals of patients.
- Coordinate with ambulance support services and paramedic teams regarding patient transport to medical specialists or local hospitals.
- Serve as the MSFC Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program Physician Director, Medical Technical Authority for MSFC, Physician Advisor to the MSFC Wellness Center, and Physician Advisor to the MSFC Reasonable Accommodations Program.
- Arrange and designate staff support and necessary medical supplies for special MSFC events.
- Support and participate in locally sponsored medical activities (e.g., Madison County Medical Society) and maintain a respected professional reputation with community physicians and recognized health facilities.
- Participate in state and national associations and activities related to occupational and aerospace medicine.
- Attend contract-required meetings (e.g., quarterly, semi-annually, annually, or monthly).
- Support and participate in NASA-sponsored occupational health events such as TEAM meetings, conferences, workshops, and working groups.
- Support the Center’s goals for Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) program improvement, including the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) and/or third-party certification.
The duties and responsibilities described in this position description in no way state or imply that these are the only duties performed. This position may require that additional duties and responsibilities be performed.
Why We Value You
- You are able to work independently and show a high level of initiative and attention to detail.
- You have a consistent character and do not yield to pressure to compromise or cut corners.
- You have a strong ability to communicate effectively with superiors, colleagues, and customers by clearly expressing your intent and understanding the focus and purpose of the conversation while allowing each person to get their point across.
- You are open to new ideas and innovations and can create modifications or changes in yourself to adapt or suit a new environment/situation.
- You have faith in your own ideas and ability to be successful.
- You hold yourself to the highest standard and work to inspire your team to produce quality work.
Specific Knowledge/Certification Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified in Preventive Medicine, Occupational Medicine, or a primary care specialty
- Current medical license in the State of Alabama
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in preventive medicine, occupational medicine, or a primary care specialty
- At least 5 years of experience as a Medical Director of a clinic, practice, or ambulatory care facility
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified
- Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
- Certified Professional Supervisor by the Council in Accreditation for Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC)
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Working Conditions
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions
- Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear; have sufficient manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, and other such office equipment as necessary; may occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Specific visual abilities required by the job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
- Work Environment: Work will mainly be performed in an office setting and occasionally with irregular hours.
- Travel: A low to moderate amount of travel away from office may be required.
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