Internal Medicine Physician

HEART OF OHIO FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Medicine Physician provides medical services to the patients of Community Health Services in acute care and the clinical office setting. This role involves establishing and maintaining a patient practice, establishing health plans with diagnosis, and performing non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. The physician will primarily provide care for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with internal organs. The position requires compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to the organization’s administration of healthcare and adherence to the organization’s mission, including providing indigent and charity care.

Requirements

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Ohio
Licensed in customary narcotics and controlled substances prescriptions
Board eligible or certified by an applicable nationally recognized board
Free of all suspension, sanctions, reprimands or discipline by any licensing board, state, local society, or managed care organization
Free of malpractice action or allegations of malpractice whereby a settlement payment to a plaintiff of an aggregate of more than $100,000
Ability to participate as a physician in federal care programs; ie, Medicare, Medicaid, etc.
Knowledge of medical care laws and regulations and standard care guidelines
Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in a professional manner
Ability to work in conjunction with other employees and business associates
Ability to maintain an established work schedule to ensure dependability, accuracy of work quality, and a harmonious, consistent work environment

Responsibilities

Works as an integral part of the team providing care in accordance with the organization’s mission as it relates to indigent and charity care
Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times
Completes patient history and physical
Documents all patient care provided according to policy
Formulates and directs a plan of care for the patient
Refers to other providers as needed
Prescribes medication in accordance with Ohio revised code and Ohio Administrative Code
Directs patient education for health education, maintenance, emotional and physical needs
Provides evening and weekend coverage for patients on a rotational basis coordinated by the Chief Medical Director as required
Participates in Performance Improvement Program
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
Establishes and maintains a professional working relationship with other members of the healthcare team
Maintains knowledge of and complies with personnel and medical policies and procedures
Assists other team members
Adheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPPA, OSHA, OIG guidelines, other state and federal laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor, suggestion box, any suspected unethical, fraudulent or unlawful acts or practices
Provides direct service, case management and collaboration with all multidisciplinary team members in the provision of healthcare to the patients
Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and best practices in healthcare administration
Performs duties in accordance with community, professional and legal standards
Provides culturally sensitive professional care for all patients registered to be seen at Centers
Adheres to all correct coding requirements set forth by Medicaid and Medicare
Attends educational workshops
Adhere to all of the Organization’s policies and procedures, especially the hazardous, health and safety procedures
Performs other duties as assigned