Endocrinologist Miners/Carbon

St. Luke’s University Health Network•New Ringgold, PA

About The Position

The St. Luke’s Physician provides comprehensive medical services for patients on a continuing basis in practice and hospital settings, delivering high-quality, cost-effective care. The physician participates in quality, patient satisfaction, and performance improvement initiatives. The role includes assessing and treating patients, coordinating care, communicating with patients and other care professionals, and supporting patient education and wellness.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Completion of residency and/or fellowship in the area of specialty.
Current or recent experience in the area of specialty.
MD or DO licensed by the state licensure board in the state of practice.
Board certified or board eligible in the area of specialty by the appropriate medical board.

Responsibilities

Perform history and physical examinations and routine exams; obtain patient histories.
Provide cost-effective, high-quality care based on evidence-based best practices and make best efforts to follow approved standardized orders and practice guidelines.
Demonstrate competency in assessment, treatment range, knowledge of growth and development, and age-appropriate communication.
Communicate regularly, promptly, and appropriately with referring physicians, patients, and their families.
Educate patients and families and provide information and materials related to health care needs.
Evaluate patient health care needs and manage treatment programs based on assessments.
Initiate treatment through prescriptions, diagnostic tests, examinations, and procedures.
Review laboratory results and plan actions based on those results.
Perform routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients.
Coordinate patient care and make referrals to physicians, nurses, psychologists, nutritionists, and others as needed.
Collaborate and communicate with professionals, nurses, physicians, and outside agencies regarding patient care.
Coordinate patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies as appropriate.
Teach wellness habits and educate patients on preventing potential health problems or managing existing problems.
Maintain knowledge of current medical practices and skills.
Maintain confidentiality of materials handled within the Network or entity and ensure proper release of information.
Follow Network and departmental policies concerning employee, patient, and environmental safety, including applicable reporting requirements.