Endocrinologist Miners/Carbon

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

About The Position

The St. Luke’s Physician provides medical services in the general care and treatment of patients in practice and hospital settings, providing comprehensive, continuing medical services and high-quality, cost-effective care. The physician also participates in quality, patient satisfaction, and performance improvement initiatives. The role includes evaluating patient health care needs, developing and managing treatment plans, initiating treatment through prescriptions, diagnostic tests, examinations, and procedures, reviewing laboratory results, and performing routine health maintenance for new and established patients. The physician coordinates care with other clinicians and agencies, communicates with referring physicians, patients, and families, and provides patient and family education. The position requires maintaining current medical knowledge and skills, protecting confidentiality, and complying with safety and reporting policies.

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 within 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 of patients.
Provide cost-effective, high-quality care based on evidence-based best practices.
Make best efforts to follow standardized orders and practice guidelines approved by the medical staff.
Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment, knowledge of growth and development, and communication appropriate to the ages of patients treated.
Communicate regularly, promptly, and appropriately with referring physicians, patients, and their families.
Participate in educating patients and their families.
Evaluate patient health care needs and manage treatment programs based on assessment.
Initiate treatment through prescriptions, diagnostic tests, examinations, and procedures; review laboratory results and plan actions accordingly.
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 about prevention and management of health problems; provide relevant information and materials.
Maintain knowledge of current medical practices and skills.
Maintain confidentiality of materials handled within the Network or entity and ensure proper release of information.
Comply with Network and departmental policies concerning employee, patient, and environmental safety, including reporting requirements.