Physician

MedLink Georgia; Bowman (GA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

MedLink Georgia is seeking a compassionate physician to provide direct patient care in Bowman, GA, functioning within a patient-centered medical home framework. The role includes diagnosing, treating, and coordinating care with a team of professionals to ensure high-quality, comprehensive services.

Responsibilities include ordering and interpreting tests, performing minor outpatient procedures, documenting charts, and participating in quality assurance and community health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of diagnosis and treatment for common illnesses.
• Ability to perform physical examinations and interpret findings.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams.

Responsibilities

• Record patient medical histories using the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Order, oversee, and interpret tests and diagnostic images.
• Diagnose and prescribe care, treatment, and medications.
• Perform minor outpatient procedures.
• Document patient charts accurately and timely.
• Refer patients to specialists when needed.
• Advise patients on diet, hygiene, and lifestyle changes.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Preventive medicine

Patient care

Record keeping

Education

MD/DO degree

Residency completed

Board eligible

Job description

About Us

MedLink GA is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across Georgia. We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented

Location: Bowman, GA
Job Type: Full-time
Company: MedLink Georgia

Summary

Provides direct patient care including the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases and injuries. As a recognized patient-centered medical home (PCMH), every employee is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of quality, comprehensive patient-centered care as a member of the patients care team. By performing the job expectations described below you will be an active member of the care team, thereby patients are assured access to team-based, coordinated, comprehensive, quality care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Elicits and records information about patient's medical history utilizing the established electronic medical record software system
• Orders, oversees and interprets various tests, analyses and diagnostic images
• Makes diagnosis and prescribes care, treatment, and medications for patient condition
• Performs specific minor outpatient surgeries and procedures
• Documents patient charts in a timely and appropriate manner
• Adheres to all established quality protocols
• Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioner for specialized treatment
• Advises patients concerning diet, hygiene, lifestyle modification and methods for prevention of disease
• Hospitalizes and treats patients in local hospitals, if required
• Supervises clinical components at site
• Assists with medical in-service training for staff
• Provides back-up coverage for other MedLink sites
• Serves on appropriate organization committees and teams
• Participates in community health promotion projects
• Pursues activities of community involvement to increase awareness of and insure the positive image of MedLink Georgia and the medical center to which (s)he is assigned
• Attends local medical conferences and meetings
• Participates in the corporation's Quality Assurance Program and adheres to all established quality protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides consultation, collaboration/supervision and direction to supportive clinical personnel.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Thorough knowledge of the techniques and skills used in examination, diagnosis and treatment of physically ill patients
• Extensive knowledge of recent developments in the field of medicine
• Ability to perform physical tasks required in the examination and treatment of patients
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with patients, other professional employees and the general public
• Demonstrated interest in preventive medicine and health education

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Physicians: Graduation from an approved school of medicine and internship AND completion of an approved residency program and eligible for board certification.

Physician Assistant: Graduate of approved Physician Assistant program AND completion of preceptorship in primary care

Nurse Practitioner: Graduate of approved Nurse Practitioner program AND completion of preceptorship in primary care