Physician - Emergency Medicine

Bronson Healthcare Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare Group in Michigan is seeking Board Certified/Eligible Emergency Medicine physicians for hospital-based coverage. Candidates must hold a medical degree, Michigan license, and DEA/DPS registrations, with 2 years of direct or internship experience.

You will diagnose, treat, and manage acute emergencies; order tests; counsel patients; and collaborate with staff to ensure quality care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required.
• Current Medical License in the state of Michigan.
• Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
• Maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating patients.
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
• Orders studies, tests and ancillary services; documents in the medical record.
• Educates patients on wellness and preventive care.
• Oversees mid-level staff and participates in process improvement programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical knowledge

Pharmacology knowledge

Leadership

Education

Medical degree (MD/DO)

Job description

Love Where You Work!

Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.

If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location

BBC Bronson Battle Creek, Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus (South Pavilion)

Title

Physician - Emergency Medicine

Description

Southwest Michigan Emergency Services, PC, provides physician and APP coverage to the following hospitals:

• Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan
• Bronson LakeView Hospital, Paw Paw, Michigan
• Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Battle Creek, Michigan
• Bronson South Haven Hospital , South Haven, Michigan

Looking for Board Certified/Board Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians

Physicians are responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing as well as administering treatment for patients suffering from disease or illness. They also examine patients in addition to obtaining medical histories. Other job responsibilities include ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests in addition to counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare, hygiene and diet. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required

Current Medical License in the state of Michigan

Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration

Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner

Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.

Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
• Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
• Orders studies, test and ancillary services
• Documents all services in patient medical record
• Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
• Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.

Shift

First Shift

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Cost Center

2400 Medical Staff Office (BHG)

Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer

Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates ("Bronson") strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.