Family Physician & Sports Medicine

UMass Amherst•Amherst, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Massachusetts University Health Services (UHS) is a dynamic clinical setting providing health care for students, faculty, staff and their dependents. UHS provides acute health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care. Most patients are between the ages of 18-25, though UHS also cares for newborns and retired faculty. There are many opportunities for teaching, including undergraduates, medical students and residents. Providers function independently within the broad scope of departmental and institutional policies and goals, while working under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. Campus life is vibrant, with numerous opportunities to enjoy arts, entertainment and athletics. The Pioneer Valley has been recognized as one of the top locations in New England, as the 5-college region has numerous cultural, epicurean and recreational activities available. Provides clinical services for students, faculty/staff and families eligible for health care; provides episodic health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care; provides programs of health education. Works under the direct supervision of the Medical Director of University Health Services in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. This position includes shared Team Physician duties for varsity sports coverage. Faculty appointment is with the Sports Medicine Fellowship based in the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, MA.

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. degree and licensure for the practice of medicine in Massachusetts or licensed in another state with Massachusetts licensure at time of appointment.
Completed three years of residency training and Board eligibility or certification in adult primary care specialty; or currently enrolled in a fellowship.
Interest in sports medicine.
Qualified for a local hospital staffing privilege, either as a courtesy or active staff member.
Registration as a controlled substance practitioner in Massachusetts and with the FDA at time of appointment.
Insurable by the Massachusetts Medical Professional Insurance Association or equivalent insurer.

Nice To Haves

CAQ/Fellowship in Sports Medicine and skill in musculoskeletal ultrasound.
Fellowship training in sports medicine.

Responsibilities

Provides clinical services to outpatients during regular clinic day and evening hours.
Responsible for timely entry in medical records and appropriate referral to other providers.
Performs procedures appropriate to training.
Orders medications including controlled substances.
Maintains a program of continuing medical education as required by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine and includes annual CPR review.
Participates in scheduled staff meetings, committees, and quality improvement activities.
Coordinates a major program activity as assigned by the Medical Director of UHS, such as walk-in clinic, occupational health, sports medicine.
Understands and contributes to implementation of department and institutional goals for achieving non-discrimination and creating a multi-cultural environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.