Infectious Disease Physician

CommonSpirit Health; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

401k with match

No state income tax

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Tennessee is seeking a full-time Infectious Disease Physician. The role includes diagnosing and managing various infections, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with infection prevention teams. Candidates must have an MD or DO degree and be board certified or eligible in Infectious Diseases. Benefits include health insurance and a 401k match, with the advantage of no state income tax.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required for the position.
• Board certification or eligibility in Infectious Diseases is necessary.
• Must be able to obtain an active medical license & DEA for Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage bacterial and viral infections.
• Collaborate with infection prevention teams.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Diagnosis of infectious diseases

Treatment plan development

Infection control collaboration

Effective communication

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certified/eligible in Infectious Diseases

Tools

Medical diagnostic tests

Job description

Job Summary

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a full-time, Board Certified or Board Eligible Infectious Disease Physician to join our team.

Overview

The Infectious Disease Physician is responsible for the comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a wide spectrum of infectious diseases. This role involves managing complex patient cases across inpatient and outpatient settings, contributing to infection control strategies, and promoting judicious antimicrobial use.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care
  • Diagnose and manage bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic, and mycobacterial infections.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including antimicrobial therapy.
  • Provide expert consultations to other medical specialties regarding infectious disease management.
  • Manage immunocompromised patients, including those with HIV/AIDS, transplant recipients, etc.
  • Perform and interpret relevant diagnostic tests (e.g., cultures, serologies, molecular tests).
• Infection Prevention & Control
  • Collaborate with infection prevention teams to identify, investigate, and control healthcare-associated infections and outbreaks.
  • Advise on isolation precautions, sterilization, and disinfection practices.
• Documentation & Communication
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including Health/Dental/Vision/401k with match
• Additional Perk: No state income tax

Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Board certified/board eligible in Infectious Diseases
• Ability to obtain an active medical license & DEA for Tennessee
• AHA BLS certification