Attending Physician (MD / DO)

Centers Health Care; Worthington Hills (KY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Attending Physician (MD/DO) for skilled nursing facilities in Louisville, KY. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Kentucky medical license, be up-to-date with CME requirements, and have strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality medical care, engaging in patient assessments, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. This full-time role offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Valid Kentucky medical license required.
• Current in Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements.
• Proven experience in diverse healthcare settings.
• Proven experience leading clinical services in diverse cultural and linguistic settings.
• Sensitivity to the unique needs of diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care for patients.
• Develop and review clinical policies and procedures.
• Conduct initial and ongoing physical examinations.
• Engage in comprehensive care and discharge planning.
• Engage actively in comprehensive care and discharge planning, and support staff through medical education and training.
• Assist with preparation for regulatory inspections and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
• Prescribe, evaluate, and adjust medications responsibly, consulting patients about any changes.

Skills

Knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards

Strong leadership in clinical services

Cultural sensitivity

Diversity sensitivity

Patient care

Education

Valid Kentucky medical license

Job description

Overview

A Medical Practice is seeking a dedicated and skilled Attending Physician (MD/DO) to join our team and provide care at skilled nursing facilities around Louisville, KY.

Candidates with prior experience in skilled nursing settings are highly preferred.

Competitive compensation will be offered, reflective of experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality, respectful, and professional medical care for all patients.
• Collaborate in the planning, development, and organization of medical services.
• Develop and review clinical policies and procedures related to patient care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing physical examinations, including admission assessments and periodic follow-ups as needed.
• Engage actively in comprehensive care and discharge planning, and support staff through medical education and training.
• Assist with preparation for regulatory inspections and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
• Prescribe, evaluate, and adjust medications responsibly, consulting patients about any changes.

Qualifications

• Valid Kentucky medical license.
• Up-to-date with CME requirements.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards, licensing, and operations, particularly in managed care environments.
• Proven experience leading clinical services in diverse cultural and linguistic settings.
• Sensitivity to the unique needs of diverse patient populations.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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