Clinical Physician - Diagnostic Radiology - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

Keck Medicine of USC•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs medical services and performs other related work as required for the well being of patients at a medical facility. Assesses and evaluates patients with a variety of medical and/or surgical conditions. Obtains patient history and performs a complete or focused physical examination and procedures, as needed. Devises a diagnostic and treatment plan to address patients' medical needs.

Requirements

MD Degree in Medicine or DO Degree in Medicine.
1 year Experience as M.D. or D.O.
Ability to provide diagnostic treatment and counseling services.
Ability to analyze situations and take effective action.
Excellent interpersonal skills in order to interact with supervisors, physicians, nurses, other staff, students, patients and their families, etc.
Possess a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
Medical Doctor Current valid license/certification to practice medicine in the state of California.
Specialty Certification Board certified with current certificate in specialty area.
DEA Certificate
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Nice To Haves

2 years Experience as M.D. or D.O.

Responsibilities

Performs medical assessments of patients.
Assesses and evaluates patients with a variety of medical and/or surgical conditions.
Establishes and monitors a medically appropriate level of care for patients.
Stresses health education and preventive medical care, where appropriate.
Obtains complete or focused medical histories from patients.
Performs appropriate physical examinations, as situation dictates.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and prepares reports, as needed.
Devises diagnostic treatment plans to address patients’ medical needs.
Orders laboratory and radiologic tests.
Interprets laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, etc. tests.
Prescribes and administers medications, vaccines, and other treatments, as needed.
Identifies unstable or high level of care patients and makes arrangements for transfer to appropriate facilities.
Refers patients for medical and/or other treatment, when appropriate.
Performs medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care and manages conditions produced by infection or trauma.
Arranges medical follow-up plan(s), as appropriate.
Ensures patients’ understanding of discharge instructions and follow-up planning.
Works with Counseling Services staff in cases presenting with mental health problems.
Ensures compliance with regulatory, legal, and departmental requirements.
Ensures compliance with documentation requirements as specified by JCAHO and other accrediting agencies.
Maintains professional affiliations, licenses, certifications, etc.
Stays current on developments in the field of medicine.
Attends and participates in patient care meetings, clinic meetings, and other events, as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.