Internal Medicine Physician at 22nd Health Care LLC summary:
The Internal Medicine Physician provides comprehensive medical care to patients both in clinic and inpatient settings, including the interpretation of diagnostic tests and referral to specialists. The physician also engages in patient and family communications, handles documentation of services, and participates in hospital committees and meetings. This role requires board certification and is supported by a residency program in Internal or Family Medicine.
Job Title: Primary Care PhysicianLocation: Salem OR 97301Duration: 1 Year to Long termShift: 08:00AM - 05:00PM (Mon-Fri) Hours: 8 hours a day; 40 hr./weekOnsite: YesMedical Duties:• Provide general medical ambulatory care to all patients at hospital both in a clinic setting and on the patient s unit/ward.
• Provide interpretations of specialty recommendations and in-house procedures/studies such as ECG s and x-rays for unit staff and psychiatrists.
• Provide telephone consultation in the area of general medicine to other staff physicians and unit staff
• Refer patients to outside medical specialists, as necessary
• Communication and Contact with Patient Families-Meet with families, other agencies, or the public-at-large, as needed, to promote and enhance patient care
• Documentation of Services Perform basic office procedures in accordance with training
• Professional Responsibilities Serve, as assigned, on committees as directed by the Medical and Allied Health Professional Staff Executive Committee. Attend Medical Department meetings and education and training seminars.
• Hospital Support Functions Can assume responsibilities of the medical OD on weekly rotating basis to include off-grounds telephone availability after regular work hours and on-grounds medical services a minimum of four hours during holidays and weekends when on duty.
License and Certification:• Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• Satisfactory completion of a residency program in Internal or Family Medicine in the United States or Canada
• Physician's license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment and maintain the licensure throughout employment
• MD and DO's are both encouraged to apply.
Keywords:
Internal Medicine, Primary Care Physician, Patient Care, Medical Consultations, Health Care, Medical Documentation, Board Certified, Clinical Services, Ambulatory Care, Oregon Physician
