Associate Medical Director of Respite
Company: Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Since 1985, BHCHP's mission has been to ensure unconditionally
equitable and dignified access to the highest quality health care
for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in
greater Boston. Over 12,000 homeless individuals are cared for by
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program each year. We are
committed to ensuring that every one of these individuals has
access to comprehensive health care, from preventative dental care
to cancer treatment. Our clinicians, case managers, and behavioral
health professionals work in more than 30 locations to serve some
of our community's most vulnerable-and most resilient-citizens.From
our earliest days as a program, we have always sought to do work
that is transformational: recognizing our shared humanity;
centering dignity, compassion, mutual respect and supporting the
right of every individual to access the highest levels of health
care and every staff member to reach their fullest potential. We
continue to be committed to building bridges and breaking down
barriers, including systemic racism which harms us all. We provide
community-based health care services that are compassionate,
dignified, and culturally appropriate, incorporating social
determinants of health, with the goal of breaking down the physical
and systemic barriers that our patients face.Bilingual, Bicultural,
LGBTQIA identifying, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are
encouraged to apply. To learn more about working at BHCHP, watch
our video .Job Summary:***NOW OFFERING A $4,000 SIGN ON BONUS***
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) is seeking a
talented Associate Medical Director of Medical Respite to work-in
close collaboration with the Respite Medical Director and be
responsible for the daily clinical operations of BHCHP. At our
medical respite facility, The Barbara McInnis House, our committed
staff provides short-term medical and recuperative services for
adults experiencing homelessness who are far too sick for life in
shelters but not sick enough for the hospital.This position works
closely with the Respite Leadership Team to maintain a high level
of clinical excellence, solve problems in real time, support
front-line staff, and shape organizational policy and vision.Hours:
Full-time; 40 hours per week, Monday-FridayResponsibilities:
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, BHCHP pledges not to discriminate
against and encourages those from underrepresented and underserved
backgrounds to apply, particularly Black, Indigenous, and People of
Color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA identifying, first generation college
students and adults without a college degree, Bilingual and
Bicultural persons; and individuals from low economic
backgrounds.
Covid-19 Vaccination: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination(s) is optional
for employment. Candidates who are offered employment will be given
details about how to demonstrate receipt of vaccination if they
choose to.
Please Note: Employment at Boston Health Care for the Homeless is
at-will. Boston Health Care for the Homeless does not sponsor work
authorization visas.
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