Physician Acute Care | Trauma

Altru Health System•Grand Forks, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Trauma Surgeon evaluates, diagnoses, and treats Altru patients who present with injuries or illnesses. The physician counsels patients on preventive healthcare measures and exercises professional judgment consistent with Altru’s policies and standards. The role supports department objectives, achieves annual Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals, and maintains accurate, timely documentation to support quality care and appropriate reimbursement. Other duties may be assigned. The position is located at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. It requires English proficiency for communication with patients, families, and team members. Visa sponsorship may be available, and candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Requirements

Doctorate in the specified field of medical practice from an accredited school.
Must be admissible to sit for either the Canadian or American Board, or be certified by the Canadian Board and be a member of the Royal College of Physicians or Royal College of Surgeons, or hold American Board or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification.
Board certification in the area of specialty must be obtained within six years of employment.
Must receive medical staff appointments at Altru and associated facilities necessary to perform the duties before employment begins.
Must be insurable under the Health System’s professional liability carrier before employment begins.
Must be legally licensed to practice medicine by the North Dakota Board of Medicine and/or Minnesota Board of Medicine, depending on assigned practice location.
Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat Altru patients presenting with injuries or illnesses.
Counsel patients and advise them on preventive healthcare measures.
Exercise independent professional judgment in diagnosis and treatment, consistent with Altru’s policies and standards.
Achieve annual Altru Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals.
Participate in activities and support department goals established annually by the department.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation to ensure quality patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
Perform other duties as assigned.