Physician

RZS Recruitment; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency seeks a qualified Physician for a full-time role in Waterloo, IA. The candidate must possess a Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathy and have at least 2 years of experience in Geriatric and Primary Care. Responsibilities include diagnosing, treating patients, and supervising Advance Practice Providers. A passion for quality care and teamwork is essential. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree required.
• Valid Medical license in Waterloo, IA.
• 2+ years of experience in Geriatric Care and Primary Care.
• BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Current DPS and DEA certificates (or in progress).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical exams and interpret data.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe treatment modalities and maintain patient records.
• Collaborates with and educates Advance Practice Providers in patient care.
• Maintains and reviews patient records and documentation accurately.
• Educates patients and families regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Exercises autonomy in medical decision making to provide comprehensive care.

Skills

Geriatric Care

Primary Care

Post Acute Care

Value-Based Care

EHR Documentation

Medical decision making

Education

Doctorate degree in Medicine (M.D) or Osteopathy (D.O.)

Job description

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Location: Waterloo, IA, USA

Employment Type: Full-time

Qualifications Required

• Doctorate degree
• Valid Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Valid Medical Doctor (MD)
• 2+ years of experience in Geriatric Care
• 2+ years of experience in Primary Care
• 2+ years of experience in Post Acute
• Valid Medical Doctor (MD) certification/license in Waterloo, IA, USA
• Valid BC/BE Internal Medicine
• Valid BC/BE Family Medicine

Preferred

• Experience in Value-Based Care

Summary

Apply and modify the principles, methods, and techniques of medicine to provide comprehensive geriatric primary care and post-acute care services. Diagnose and treat a variety of diseases and injuries. Ensure comprehensive delivery of service and quality patient care. Evaluate medical procedures and everyday situations and suggest ways to improve the delivery of service and profitability.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Functions independently to complete history and physical data on patients; performs complete physical exams; interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient needs.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
• Collaborates, educates, and supervises Advance Practice Providers in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information accurately and efficiently.
• Instructs and educates patients and families regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Individual must be proficient in exercising autonomy in medical decision making and providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical practice related to primary care of geriatrics and senior living communities.
• Knowledge of medical policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Skill in developing and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly, objectively, and effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine (M.D) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)

Experience

• Previous experience in geriatrics in primary care, post-acute care, including Senior living, SNF, IPR, and LTACH but not required.
• Experienced or passionate about value-based care preferred.
• Previous experience in EHR documentation.
• Proficiency in documenting and billing in any setting above or in the hospitalist setting.
• Most importantly, a positive attitude, a passion to provide quality care, and an interest in joining a family of providers that understand the importance of a team-first approach.

License/Certification

• Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of employment.
• BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
• Current DPS and DEA certificates (or in progress)