Physician (Fellow)

Saint Francis Health System

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of a Saint Francis Health System attending physician, the Physician (Fellow) provides effective medical care to patients within their subspecialty throughout the fellowship program. The role also participates in educational training, projects, and research that support the health system’s goals and mission. This position is identified as safety sensitive under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act.

Requirements

Education commensurate with obtaining an Oklahoma State Medical License and board certification or board eligibility in the chosen specialty at the time of hire.
Active and clear Oklahoma State Medical License and State and Federal Narcotics credentials.
Must not be sanctioned by the Office of Inspector General or the Federal Government.
Completion of an accredited graduate medical education program.
Ability to analyze situations accurately, make reasoned decisions, and adopt an effective course of action.
Skill in examining individuals to identify normal and abnormal physical and mental health findings.
Ability to communicate with diplomacy and tact, particularly regarding difficult or sensitive issues, to foster productive relationships.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations, assessments, consultations, rounds, and patient care with attending physician review.
Triage patients to the appropriate care setting.
Document patient history and physical examinations, progress notes, orders, consultation reports, and discharge summaries accurately and in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Respond promptly to calls from nursing staff, physicians, the area of service, and patients’ families.
Notify relevant and referring physicians of patient care developments, medication changes, and major clinical changes.
Provide and receive input from other healthcare providers regularly to improve, expedite, and facilitate patient care.
Communicate with patients and their families about the course of treatment and treatment plans, as appropriate.
Remain current with medical developments through continuing medical education programs, staff conferences, medical literature, research, and other educational activities.
Participate in educational training, projects, and research that support the health system’s goals and mission.