Gastroenterologist

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks a physician to provide comprehensive medical services in the physician practice and hospitals, collaborating with nursing staff and physicians to ensure safe, high-quality care. You will oversee patient care and coordinate with the care team in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires an MD/DO with Tennessee medical licensure. Board certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• MD/DO Medicine required; Tennessee license.
• Board certification in a relevant specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate.
• Refer patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Evaluate patient need for prescription medicines and consider alternative techniques.
• Manage daily operations of a medical program or unit.
• Coordinate nursing and support staff activities.
• Follow department policies and safety standards; participate in quality improvement programs.
• Explain procedures and test results to patients and families.
• Order, perform, and interpret tests; analyze records and reports.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Clinical evaluation and diagnosis

Patient care management

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

MD/DO Medicine

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.The Physician is responsible for working with the nursing staff and physicians to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care in the physician practice and Methodist LeBonheur Hospitals. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.A Brief OverviewThe Physician is responsible for working with the nursing staff and physicians to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care in the physician practice and Methodist LeBonheur Hospitals. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.What you will doProvides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments using best practices to diagnose and treat patients.Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.Evaluates patient for need for and level of prescription medicines required and considers alternative techniques for patient care.Manages the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and their families as needed.Orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition.Maintains accurate and timely completion of all documentation within 3 days of visit or discharge.Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers.Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals.Maintains productivity at acceptable levels.Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.Develops strong partnership with fellow physicians and support staff.Education/Formal Training RequirementsRequired - MD/DO MedicineWork Experience RequirementsRequired - No prior work experienceLicenses and Certifications RequirementsRequired - Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical ExaminersRequired - AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty - American Osteopathic AssociationPreferred - Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical LicensurePreferred - Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical BoardPreferred - Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic ExaminationPreferred - National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and SurgeonsPreferred - Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical SpecialtiesPreferred - Board Certified DO - National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in areas of expertise.Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.Supervision Provided by this PositionAdministrator, nurse practitioner, and support staffPhysical DemandsMust be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position without endangering the health and safety of self and others.The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.Must have good balance and coordination.The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.