Contract Pulmonologist

ChenMed•Shively, KY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a unique, rapidly expanding healthcare provider focused on transforming lives for both our patients and our team members. We are seeking innovative and entrepreneurial-minded professionals with an exceptional work ethic and ambition. As a licensed/Board Certified/Board Eligible professional in a specialty such as pulmonology, you will play a key role in our clinical operations team. You will provide direct patient care and assessments primarily in an ambulatory health care center setting, but occasionally in acute care, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities (SNF), and home settings. Your responsibilities will include geriatric assessment, medical history, physical examination, diagnosis and treatment, development of the plan of care, health education, case management referrals, follow-up, and clear documentation according to ChenMed standards for quality, service, productivity, and teamwork. Participation in conferences and in-depth documentation through written progress notes and summaries are also expected.

Requirements

Licensed/Board Certified/Board Eligible professional in a specialty such as pulmonology.
Rigorous medical training and a broad knowledge of various conditions related to specialty, and the ability to treat these conditions effectively.
Able to operate equipment related to specialty, e.g. ultrasound, EKG.
Professional but friendly bedside manner with the ability to explain medical conditions to patients in clear and straightforward terms without medical jargon.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to collaborate with other caregivers including PCPs.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, plus ability to learn internal systems such as Dashboard and MyNotes.
Ability and willingness to travel within the market up to 75% of the time; may occasionally be asked to travel to other local markets.
Spoken and written fluency in English.
Medical degree from an accredited school and licensed to practice in state required.
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
Minimum two (2) years of direct work or intern experience.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in specialty preferred.
Hospital privileges may be required in some cases.

Responsibilities

Sees patients and reviews basic medical history.
Inquires about current symptoms and reasons for doctor’s visit.
Logs all patient visits and medical information and maintains patient records.
Conducts exams and tests to determine likelihood of endocrine gland related issues.
Analyzes lab results and presentation of symptoms to arrive at conclusive diagnosis.
Interprets diagnostic testing, determines nature of symptoms and develops treatment plan.
Reviews with patient (and caretaker, if applicable), explaining why the recommendation is needed and how it can help.
Provides clinical advice for patients regarding the daily and long-term management of their diseases or conditions.
Recommends lifestyle changes regarding diet, hygiene and exercise to positively influence their health conditions.
Devises and assigns proper course of treatment.
Monitors progress during treatment to determine effectiveness.
After treatment, follows up with PCP and other providers on total patient well-being.
Follows up with patient to track condition.
Advises surgery when necessary.
Advises outside therapy when needed.
Works with other specialized physicians to treat and cure certain conditions as appropriate.
Writes and renews prescriptions for medications.
Keeps up to date with changes in the field of specialty to learn about newest forms of treatment.
May be asked to update or provide training to center personnel.
May attend center meetings as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.