Co-location Specialist

LE040 ChenMed, LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Bonus/commissions potential

Job summary

ChenMed LLC is seeking a Network Specialist to deliver direct patient care in ambulatory care settings across our centers. You will perform history taking, physical examinations, and develop comprehensive plans tailored to geriatric patients.

You will document thoroughly and coordinate with PCPs and specialists to ensure optimal outcomes. The role requires medical licensure, DEA/DPS credentials, and state-specific practice permission, with travel across markets up to 75% as needed.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited school and licensure in state required.
• Board certification in specialty preferred.
• Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
• Minimum two years of direct work or intern experience.

Responsibilities

• See patients and review basic medical history.
• Log patient visits and maintain records.
• Conduct exams and tests to determine endocrine issues.
• Analyze labs and symptoms to diagnose conditions.
• Develop and communicate treatment plans to patients.
• Provide guidance on lifestyle changes and disease management.
• Update or train center personnel as needed.

Skills

Geriatric care

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Medical degree

DEA and DPS registration

Board certification preferred

Tools

Ultrasound

EKG

Job description

We’re unique. You should be, too. We’re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy? We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

The Network Specialist is a licensed/Board Certified/Board Eligible professional in a specialty such as urology, otolaryngology, orthopedics, pain management, dermatology or wound care. The specialist plays a key role as part of the clinical operations team providing direct patient care and assessments primarily in the ambulatory health care center setting, or occasionally in acute care, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and home settings depending on the nature of the assignment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• geriatric assessment
• medical history
• physical exam
• diagnosis and treatment
• development of the plan of care
• health education
• case management referrals
• follow-up and clear documentation according to ChenMed standards for quality, service, productivity and teamwork
• participation in conferences
• in-depth documentation through written progress notes and summaries

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sees patients and reviews basic medical history.
• Inquires about current symptoms and reasons for doctor’s visit.
• Logs all patient visits and medical information and maintains patient records.
• Conducts exams and tests to determine likelihood of endocrine gland related issues.
• Analyzes lab results and presentation of symptoms to arrive at conclusive diagnosis.
• Interprets diagnostic testing, determines nature of symptoms and develops treatment plan.
• Reviews with patient (and caretaker, if applicable), explaining why the recommendation is needed and how it can help.
• Provides clinical advice for patients regarding the daily and long-term management of their diseases or conditions.
• Recommends lifestyle changes regarding diet, hygiene and exercise to positively influence their health conditions.
• Devises and assigns proper course of treatment.
• Monitors progress during treatment to determine effectiveness.
• After treatment, follows up with PCP and other providers on total patient well-being.
• Follows up with patient to track condition.
• Advise surgery when necessary.
• Advise outside therapy when needed.
• Works with other specialized physicians to treat and cure certain conditions as appropriate.
• Writes and renews prescriptions for medications.
• Keeps up to date with changes in the field of specialty to learn about newest forms of treatment.
• May be asked to update or provide training to center personnel.
• May attend center meetings as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Rigorous medical training and a broad knowledge of various conditions related to specialty, and the ability to treat these conditions effectively
• Able to operate equipment related to specialty, e.g. ultrasound, EKG.
• Professional but friendly bedside manner with the ability to explain medical conditions to patients in clear and straightforward terms without medical jargon
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate with other caregivers including PCPs
• Hospital privileges may be required in some cases
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, plus ability to learn internal systems such as Dashboard and MyNotes
• Ability and willingness to travel within the market up to 75% of the time; may occasionally be asked to travel to other local markets
• Spoken and written fluency in English

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

• Medical degree from an accredited school and licensed to practice in state required
• Board certification in specialty preferred
• Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
• Minimum two (2) years of direct work or intern experience

PAY RANGE:

$106.3 - $151.88 Hourly The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care. ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.

Who We Are

ChenMed is a family-owned, family-oriented organization committed to bringing superior health care to moderate-to-low-income seniors.

Our vision

To positively change American healthcare through primary care innovation for the neediest populations.

Our mission

To provide a convenient, patient-centered environment that fosters enduring relationships between doctors, staff and patients and delivers superior outcomes and a compassionate experience. We will create a healthcare system specifically for our patients' needs through dedicated doctors, a supportive team, and customized technology, and achieve value through scalable innovation, resourcefulness andaccountability.

Our patient promise

You are the reason we are here. Your coordinated healthcare and well-being is our focus. Like a member of our family, we will take care of you in good times and in times of need.