Physician - Sleep Medicine

UAB Medicine; Clanton (AL); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

UAB Medicine in Alabama seeks a Sleep Medicine Physician for a part-time schedule (2-3 days per week) at UAB St. Vincent's Chilton. The role focuses on evaluating and treating patients within Sleep Medicine and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds an MD or DO and Alabama license; Advanced Life Support is preferred. This position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities to participate in academic programs and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO in Alabama prior to hire date.
• Advanced Life Support credentials preferred.
• Board certification in sleep medicine not required by the ad but relevant.

Responsabilités

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g., medical education and research) as requested.
• Coordinates with other physicians for referrals, admissions, and on-call needs.

Connaissances

Patient care

Clinical evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Medical documentation

Formation

MD/DO

Description du poste

Position Overview

Schedule: Part time, 2-3 days a week

Department: Sleep Medicine

Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's Chilton

Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

UAB St. Vincent's is looking for a Sleep Medicine Physician for our UAB St. Vincent's Medical Group.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with UAB St. Vincent's to provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights

Flexible schedule

Community care hospital with small town feel

Ability to partner with other specialists for support

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Licensed Graduate Doctoral Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for you and for your skillset. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.