Rheumatology Physician St. Charles Wentzville Full Time

SSM Health; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated rheumatologist to join their team in Wentzville, MO. This full-time position offers the chance to deliver exceptional patient care while participating in community service. The role includes responsibilities such as managing clinical practices, advising on operational policies, and ensuring compliance with risk management standards. Join a mission-driven organization that has been a pillar of healthcare for over 150 years, where you can thrive in a supportive environment dedicated to healing and excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed MD with board certification in Rheumatology.
• Strong skills in patient care and clinical decision-making are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care and maintain office standards.
• Participate in community service and risk management activities.
• Manage operational policies and after-hours patient coverage.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Decision Making

Risk Management

Coding Compliance

Personnel Management

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board Certification in Rheumatology

Job description

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Community Description:

About SSM Health:

SSM Health is seeking a full-time rheumatologist to practice in St. Charles and Wentzville, MO.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for obtaining call coverage by other medical staff members for holidays, vacations and other time off.
• Responsible for the standard of practice for patient population.
• Responsibility for maintaining a private office and all clinical decision making within the office during times of service.
• Acts as an advisor and consultant in the establishment of operational policies of the practice to include: (1) Purchasing and capital allocations; (2) Managed care plan participation; (3) Budget and practice expenses; (4) Medicare/Medicaid participation; (5) Billing and collection of professional fees; (6) Personnel management and related policies; (7) Risk management and quality assurance; and (8) Coding compliance.
• Responsible for after-hours call coverage for patients of the practice, in addition to office appointments.
• Participates in community service activities, including speaking engagements, writing and special clinical programs as reasonably requested.
• Responsible for all risk management, coding compliance and quality assurance activities and functions in and related to the practice.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SSM Health's healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary's, were called to aid and heal in God's name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you're seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there's a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

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