Colon & Rectal Surgery

Bronson Healthcare Group•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Colon and Rectal Surgeon – Southwest Michigan Bronson Medical Group Bronson Colon and Rectal Surgery Specialists – Battle Creek, MI, is seeking a dynamic colon and rectal surgeon to join a well-established practice that consists of four colon and rectal surgeons. The practice follows a community based module and is a 100 percent colorectal surgery practice. Candidate will rotate between clinic, endoscopy lab and surgery with flexibility offered based on candidates needs and availability. Candidate will also participate in a CRS call rotation of 1:4, with no general surgery call obligations. Bronson’s Oncology Center, newly opened in 2021, across the street from the practice/hospital offers a quality colon and rectal cancer care module, TAMIS, SNS equipped and three state of the art endoscopy centers that will be fully staffed. Opportunity also exists to pursue clinical and basic science research, as well as resident teaching and academic affiliation through Western Michigan University School of Medicine.

Requirements

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
Performs in a tactful and professional manner
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients.
Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

Nice To Haves

board certified or board eligible and fellowship trained in colon and rectal surgery

Responsibilities

Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
Orders studies, test and ancillary services
Documents all services in patient medical record
Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.