Physician - Primary Care Mandeville

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a physician to lead and provide medical direction for the St. Tammany Physician's Network.

The role includes setting standards of care, diagnosing and treating patients, and coordinating clinic schedules as per contractual agreements. Candidates must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners and hold current BLS and ALS certifications (ILCOR-provided courses such as AHA, Red Cross).

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through ILCRC- or ILCOR-provided courses (e.g., AHA, Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and medical direction for St. Tammany Physician's Network.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients per standard of care for the licensed specialty.
• Input in development of standards of care for the Network and participate in development and support of the Network.
• Maintain clinic schedules as noted in the contractual agreement.

Skills

Licensed Physician

BLS Certification

ALS Certification

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Summary of the Job: Provides leadership and medical direction for St. Tammany Physician's Network. Provides input in the development of standards of care.Assess, diagnose, and treat patients at St. Tammany Physicians Network in accordance with generally accepted standards of medical care for the specialty in which you are licensed. Provide input in the development of standards of care for St. Tammany Physicians Network. Participate in the development and support of St. Tammany Physicians Network. Maintain clinic schedules as noted in contractual agreement.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine. Current BLS, and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off (ALS required by specialty only)

Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%)- reaching Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today's life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents.

From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.