Plastic Surgeon

Mohawk Valley Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System seeks a physician (MD or DO) to provide direct medical care within a defined specialty and patient population in New York. The role requires completion of residency and internship and current NYS licensure, with board certification or eligibility.

The successful candidate will supervise clinical staff, coordinate patient care, and participate in education, quality improvement and prevention programs.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with residency and internship completed.
• Experience in duties including residency in related medical specialty.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to supervise, advise and train clinical professionals and students.
• Knowledge of drugs and patient care aids; ability to prescribe dosages.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including examinations, evaluations, diagnoses and treatment.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals and treatment regimens as appropriate.
• Refers patients to specialists and appropriate care resources.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents.
• Manages daily operations of a medical program or unit.
• Directs patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
• Follows policies, quality improvement, safety and infection control standards.
• Participates in health promotion and prevention programs.
• Performs related duties as directed.

Education

MD or DO degree with residency

Board certification or board eligibility

Strong communication skills

Ability to supervise clinical professionals

Job description

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Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice, or for a specified patient population

Core Job Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care resources as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or other function.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows established organizational, departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Performs related duties as directed or indicated.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
• Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Current NYS Certification/Licensure
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Pay Range 400,000 - 500,000