Medical Director, Detention Correctional Facilities

THE POSITION

The Sacramento County Adult Correctional Health (ACH) Program provides medical, dental, and mental health care services to over 3,000 incarcerated adult inmates at two jail facilities. On-site clinical services include primary care, women’s health, dental services, behavioral health services, limited specialty, pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology. Levels of secondary and tertiary care are made available through outside providers and local hospitals.

We are currently seeking an experienced Medical Director to join our team. The Medical Director will provide oversight, medical expertise, and clinical and organizational leadership to ensure quality health care services are delivered to our inmate-patient population. Job responsibilities will be split between direct patient care (20%) and administrative responsibilities (80%).

REQUIREMENTS

• M.D. or D.O. degree with a current California medical license
• Minimum 5 years of experience in medical practice
• Board certified in Internal, Family or Emergency Medicine

COMPENSATION

The County of Sacramento offers an excellent compensation and benefits program.

Please refer to the brochure for more information.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in pursuing this unique and exceptional career opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to Tianna Hammock, Health Services Administrator, at hammockt@saccounty.gov by December 15, 2023.

Submissions will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the interview and selection process.

If you have questions and for additional information about this position, please contact Tianna Hammock, Health Services Administrator, at hammockt@saccounty.gov or (916) 875-9901.