Internal Medicine Job In Lake Charles, Louisiana
Internal Medicine Position in Lake Charles, LA
Company:
Archway Physician Recruitment
Profession/Specialty:
Internal Medicine
Location:
Lake Charles, Louisiana
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Internal Medicine opening in Lake Charles, LA
1 hour to Beaumont, TX & Lafayette, LA
Full time, Permanent
SUMMARY: Individual shall function as a physician member of the health care team rendering quality medical services to all patients in accordance with appropriate standards of medical care specific for the specialty. Individual shall also function as physician of the health care team at the facility.
QUALIFICATIONS: The staff physician must be fully licensed to practice in the State of Louisiana with valid DEA license. Board eligible/Board certified in a Primary/Family or Internal medicine specialty. CPR certification strongly encouraged.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Medical degree from an accredited medical school or DO degree from an approved osteopathy school.
Completed a residency for board eligibility; board certification preferred.
Current valid Louisiana medical license and DEA license.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical practice principles of specialty.
Sensitive to the needs of people of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Must give the same level of importance to health maintenance and disease prevention as cure and restoration.
Must participate in Centers provider staff meetings, general staff meetings/activities and Quality Assurance.
Must continue to meet appropriate standards as required by the Center for Health Services and Health Provider By-Laws.
Must be proficient in the use of the Centricity/ EMR and capable of creating accurate, complete medical records in a timely manner.
Must fulfill all NCQA, JCAHO, and Center for Health Services EMR requirements accurately and within the allowed time frames.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain patient confidentiality and patient rights
Display punctuality and good attendance at work
Work and communicate with patients to satisfy the patient expectations
Examine patients to determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices.
Maintain clinical tracking data for continuity of care
Assist the Medical Director with the planning, management and evaluation of health care delivery at the Center for Health Services
Provide continuous care by obtaining hospital privileges and emergency room coverage
Actively participate in local, state and national medical associations/societies.
Participate in quality assurance patient review committee
Records on medical record using POMR system
Collect appropriate data for clinical decision-making
Maintain current medical records
Develop and implement individual work plans
May conduct periodic formal assessments and reviews of subordinates performance
Promote health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease
Participates in community education, staff in-service and committee meetings
Exhibit judgment to prevent delays in service provision and avoid serious adverse impact on health status of individuals
Participate in Center for Health Services infection control program
Assist in other departments/centers affiliated with Center for Health Services as needed and/or assigned
Serve as laboratory supervisor of the on-site clinic laboratory
Perform other related duties as assigned within the realm of clinical training/experience
Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners in the same department.
EOE
1 hour to Beaumont, TX & Lafayette, LA
Full time, Permanent
SUMMARY: Individual shall function as a physician member of the health care team rendering quality medical services to all patients in accordance with appropriate standards of medical care specific for the specialty. Individual shall also function as physician of the health care team at the facility.
QUALIFICATIONS: The staff physician must be fully licensed to practice in the State of Louisiana with valid DEA license. Board eligible/Board certified in a Primary/Family or Internal medicine specialty. CPR certification strongly encouraged.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Medical degree from an accredited medical school or DO degree from an approved osteopathy school.
Completed a residency for board eligibility; board certification preferred.
Current valid Louisiana medical license and DEA license.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical practice principles of specialty.
Sensitive to the needs of people of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Must give the same level of importance to health maintenance and disease prevention as cure and restoration.
Must participate in Centers provider staff meetings, general staff meetings/activities and Quality Assurance.
Must continue to meet appropriate standards as required by the Center for Health Services and Health Provider By-Laws.
Must be proficient in the use of the Centricity/ EMR and capable of creating accurate, complete medical records in a timely manner.
Must fulfill all NCQA, JCAHO, and Center for Health Services EMR requirements accurately and within the allowed time frames.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain patient confidentiality and patient rights
Display punctuality and good attendance at work
Work and communicate with patients to satisfy the patient expectations
Examine patients to determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices.
Maintain clinical tracking data for continuity of care
Assist the Medical Director with the planning, management and evaluation of health care delivery at the Center for Health Services
Provide continuous care by obtaining hospital privileges and emergency room coverage
Actively participate in local, state and national medical associations/societies.
Participate in quality assurance patient review committee
Records on medical record using POMR system
Collect appropriate data for clinical decision-making
Maintain current medical records
Develop and implement individual work plans
May conduct periodic formal assessments and reviews of subordinates performance
Promote health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease
Participates in community education, staff in-service and committee meetings
Exhibit judgment to prevent delays in service provision and avoid serious adverse impact on health status of individuals
Participate in Center for Health Services infection control program
Assist in other departments/centers affiliated with Center for Health Services as needed and/or assigned
Serve as laboratory supervisor of the on-site clinic laboratory
Perform other related duties as assigned within the realm of clinical training/experience
Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners in the same department.
About Archway Physician Recruitment
Archway Physician Recruitment is a national contingency placement firm assisting hospitals and medical groups with their placement needs. Our goal is to be the top choice for all of your physician recruitment needs.
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