A Brief OverviewThe Physician is responsible for working with the nursing staff and physicians to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care in the physician practice and Methodist LeBonheur Hospitals. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do- Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments using best practices to diagnose and treat patients.
- Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
- Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
- Evaluates patient for need for and level of prescription medicines required and considers alternative techniques for patient care.
- Manages the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
- Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
- Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
- Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and their families as needed.
- Orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Maintains accurate and timely completion of all documentation within 3 days of visit or discharge.
- Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers.
- Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals.
- Maintains productivity at acceptable levels.
- Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.
- Develops strong partnership with fellow physicians and support staff.
Education QualificationsExperience QualificationsSkills and Abilities- Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
- Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
- Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in areas of expertise.
- Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
- Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
Licenses and Certifications- Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
- Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
- Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners
- Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination
- Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties
- National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
- AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty American Osteopathic Association
- Board Certified DO National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)
Supervision Provided by this Position- Administrator, nurse practitioner, and support staff
Physical Demands- Must be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position without endangering the health and safety of self and others.
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
