Interventional Cardiologist | Sutherland Cardiology

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a Physician in Germantown, TN to provide comprehensive medical services, ensuring safety and quality clinical care. The role includes direct patient care, prescribing medications, and coordinating with healthcare staff. Candidates must have an MD/DO degree and are expected to model exemplary behavior in alignment with the organization's values. Prior work experience is not required, making this an excellent opportunity for recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to supervise and train clinical professionals.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care including physical examinations.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals and treatment regimens.
• Refers patients to specialists as required.

Skills

Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

MD/DO Medicine

Job description

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. The physician 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, deliberate focus on service expectations and consistent pursuit of excellence.

What you will do

• Provides 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 Requirements

• MD/DO Medicine

Work Experience Requirements

• No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners
• AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty - American Osteopathic Association
• Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
• Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
• Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination
• National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
• Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties
• Board Certified DO - National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge 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 Position

• Administrator, nurse practitioner, and support staff

Physical Demands

• Must 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.