Physician (Hourly Paid)

Georgia Department of Revenue; Tennessee; On-site; USD 127,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Physician at GRHA on an hourly paid basis. The physician will provide comprehensive medical services under supervision, including exams, diagnoses, treatments, and coordination with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires a medical degree recognized by GCMB and licensure or eligibility to practice in Georgia. The team at GRHA provides inpatient care across multiple programs, with roles in adult mental

Qualifications

• Medical degree required and GCMB recognition.
• Licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine in Georgia.
• Board certification/eligibility as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and diagnose conditions.
• Provide comprehensive medical care and treatments.
• Supervise or direct nursing and support staff as needed.
• Coordinate with other health care professionals to evaluate patient health.

Skills

Medical degree

Board Eligible

Patient care

Education

Medical degree GCMB

Board certification

Job description

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Job Title:

Physician (Hourly Paid)

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Shift:

Rotating (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$154 PER HOUR

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is the state agency that focuses solely on policies, programs, and services for people with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or any combination of these. As Georgia’s public safety net, DBHDD operates six field offices and five hospitals throughout the state within three program areas: behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and hospital services.

The main office for DBHDD is in downtown Atlanta.

This position is located at: Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta (GRHA)

L ocated on 174 Acres in DeKalb County, Georgia Regional Hospital in Atlanta operates 300 licensed, accredited inpatient beds in three major program areas: Adult Mental Health, Forensic Services, and Developmental Disabilities. In addition, GRH/Atlanta also offers inpatient and outpatient Dental Services.

Job Description

Job Title: Physician - Board Eligible – Admissions - Hourly - GRHA Pay Grade: MBE

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive medical services by examining patients, diagnosing conditions and providing treatments. Directs nurses, aides and others in the care and treatment of patients.

• May supervise staff
• Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary
• Advises patients on health care including health promotion, disease, illness and accident prevention
• Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers
• Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff
• Examine patients and take their histories, order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures and consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients’ physical and mental health
• Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
• Provides emergency medical care

Qualifications

• Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) AND licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law. Physician must be Board

Eligible.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.