University of Alabama at Birmingham

Physician

Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree required
  • Alabama medical license required prior to hire
  • Advanced Life Support certification preferred
  • Experience in both critical care and outpatient pulmonology
  • Prior involvement in academic programs or medical education exposure

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients using appropriate medical diagnostic skills
  • Ensure success in cost effectiveness and quality improvement initiatives
  • Act as admitting and consulting physician for hospitalized patients
  • Engage in academic programs, including medical education and research
  • Document patient care that meets insurance requirements and manage appeals
  • Provide consultations for both inpatient and outpatient specialty needs

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Associate Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Additional benefits as applicable
Full Job Description
We Are Hiring

  • Department: Joining Eastern Pulmonary, Combination of critical care Intensivist coverage and outpatient pulmonology clinic
  • Schedule: Monday -Friday outpatient pulmonary clinic, combined with rotation of critical care intensivist coverage and participation in group call coverage.
  • Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East , Trussville
  • Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more


What You Will Do

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
  • Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
  • Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
  • Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
  • Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
  • Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.


What You Will Need

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
  • Licensed Graduate Doctoral Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.

Education:
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.


About UAB St. Vincent's

UAB St. Vincent's, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent's name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama's best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.

About University of Alabama at Birmingham

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a public research university in Birmingham, Alabama. It is a doctoral, research-intensive university that offers degrees in over 140 programs of study. UAB is the largest research institution in the state of Alabama and the largest employer in the Birmingham metropolitan area. The university is renowned for its medical research and health care programs, and is home to the UAB Health System, one of the largest academic medical centers in the United States. UAB is also a leader in the fields of engineering, business, education, and the arts and sciences.
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