Wound Care Physician

Prime Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Flexible Part-Time Schedule

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Roxborough, PA seeks an experienced Wound Care Physician for a flexible part-time/per diem role. Work 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a minimum commitment of two days per week in an outpatient wound care and HBO program.

The physician will evaluate and treat acute and chronic wounds, develop personalized plans, and coordinate with specialists to optimize patient outcomes. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Active clinical experience in outpatient wound care.
• Board certification or board eligibility in an appropriate specialty.
• Current medical license in Pennsylvania and DEA registration, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for wound patients.
• Diagnose acute and chronic wounds and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and coordinate care with other providers.
• Provide patient education and counseling, and document medical records timely.
• Oversee wound care procedures and HBO-related activities as applicable.

Skills

Active outpatient wound care

Education

MD or DO

Job description

Bonus Amount

TBD

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Wound Care Physician – Part-Time / Per Diem

Location: Roxborough, PennsylvaniaSchedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMPosition Type: Part-Time / Per DiemMinimum Commitment: 2 days per weekPractice Setting: Outpatient Wound Care & Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Clinic

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Wound Care Physician to join our outpatient wound care program in Roxborough, PA. This is a flexible part-time/per diem opportunity with a minimum commitment of two days per week, working 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The physician will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with acute and chronic wounds, develop individualized treatment plans, perform wound care procedures, and coordinate care with other medical specialties and healthcare professionals.

Procedural Privileges

The position may include privileges for the following wound care procedures, as appropriate to the physician’s training, experience, and hospital credentialing:

• Tissue biopsy, including tangential, punch, incisional, and excisional biopsy
• Pathology and wound cultures
• Sharp/surgical debridement
• Open wound/selective debridement
• Non-selective debridement, including mechanical, enzymatic, or autolytic techniques
• Incision and drainage
• Total contact cast application
• Application of cellular tissue products and/or skin grafts
• Application of growth factors and advanced biologic therapies
• Removal of foreign bodies
• Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT)
• Application of topical or injectable local anesthetics
• Doppler and pulse interpretation
• Transcutaneous monitoring (TCOM)
• Needle aspiration
• Compression wraps
• Evacuation of hematomas and fluid collections
• Cauterization for bleeding control
• Wound closure and suturing
• Suture and staple removal in complex wounds

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

For physicians providing HBO services, additional training and documentation may be required, including completion and certification of required 40-hour hyperbaric oxygen training.

HBO responsibilities may include:

• Evaluation of patients for appropriate HBO therapy
• Diagnosis and management of conditions and comorbidities affecting HBO treatment
• Management of potential complications associated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Following HBO safety and emergency response protocols
• Airway management and emergency response when clinically indicated

Schedule & Opportunity

• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Minimum 2 days per week
• Part-time/per diem flexibility
• Outpatient wound care environment
• No requirement for a traditional full-time schedule
• Opportunity to work within an established wound care and HBO program

This opportunity is well suited for a physician with current outpatient wound care experience who is seeking a flexible part-time/per diem schedule while continuing an active wound care practice.

Responsibilities

The Wound Care Physician will be responsible for:

• Performing comprehensive history and physical examinations
• Diagnosing acute and chronic wounds and developing individualized treatment plans
• Ordering, interpreting, and coordinating appropriate diagnostic testing
• Prescribing medications and providing patient education and counseling
• Coordinating care with primary care physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers
• Maintaining accurate and timely medical documentation
• Evaluating wound progression and modifying treatment plans as clinically appropriate
• Managing complex and non-healing wounds in an outpatient setting

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board certification or board eligibility in an appropriate specialty
• Active clinical experience in outpatient wound care
• Demonstrated experience managing chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds
• Ability to perform appropriate wound care procedures based on training and experience
• Current medical license in Pennsylvania
• Current DEA registration, as applicable
• BLS/ACLS as required by the facility
• HBO certification/training required if participating in hyperbaric services
• Excellent clinical, communication, and documentation skills

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf