Physician | MHMG Copperfield PC

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston is seeking a physician to provide medical expertise and oversight throughout our healthcare system. The ideal candidate will optimize the quality of care while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine, board certification or eligibility, and relevant licenses are required. This role emphasizes interpersonal communication and teamwork skills, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with best practices.

Qualifications

• Current state medical license.
• Current Federal Drug Enforcement Agency license.
• Board certified or Board eligible.
• Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification.
• Staff privileges at all the hospitals for which coverage is being provided.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care throughout the healthcare system via Consult Orders.
• Provide consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider.
• Communicate with treatment team in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem solving skills

Active listening

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine

Job description

Overview

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

To provide medical expertise and oversight of care that is being provided through the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System. The physician is expected to exercise the highest level of expertise in order to optimize quality of care.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current state medical license
• Current Federal Drug Enforcement Agency license
• Board certified or Board eligible
• Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification
• Staff privileges at all the hospitals for which coverage is being provided

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Exhibits teamwork skills that facilitate interchange between multidisciplinary health care workers in order to provide quality patient care/outcomes
• Superior problem solving skills
• Is articulate and an active listener
• Addresses issues/concerns with the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System in a timely fashion

Principal Accountabilities

• Directs patient care throughout the health care system via Consult Orders.
• Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider.
• Communicates with the attending physician, nurse, family, and other treatment team members when appropriate, in order to obtain the appropriate patient care plan.
• Effectively communicates with treatment team in a timely and professional manner to provide quality psychiatric care to patients throughout the healthcare system.
• Complies with best practices and other care directives. Follows Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Works with Memorial Hermann Physicians, Risk Managers, and Case Managers towards resolution of clinical, administrative or technical problems.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to MH compliance privacy policies.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.