Physician MD - Thoracic Surgeon

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

23d

About The Position

The physician is a patient-centered, system-oriented teammate who manages the care of all patients within their primary practice/clinical setting. The physician leads an interdisciplinary team to perform assigned clinical duties, while displaying the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct as well as acting in the best interest of Advocate Health, supporting our mission, vision and values.

Requirements

Degree of MD or DO from accredited medical school
Board Eligibility in a clinical discipline is required
Board Certification in a clinical discipline is required within three years of start date/contract effective date
Once obtained, Maintenance of Certification is required
Ability to provide patient centered care that is compassionate, appropriate and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health
Ability to demonstrate knowledge about established and evolving biomedical, clinical and cognate (epidemiological and social-behavioral) sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care
Ability to investigate and evaluate patient care practices, appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and improve their patient care practices
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange and teaming with patients, families and professional associates
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles and sensitivity to a diverse patient population
Demonstrate an awareness of and responsibilities to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value

Responsibilities

Performs medical history, physical examinations, routine assessments and determines treatment plan for patients.
Documents all patient encounters, records observations, interventions, and actions in a timely and medically appropriate manner on the patient's medical record
Acts as a patient and family advocate for the population served
Participates in continuous quality improvement priorities, service delivery processes and service excellence initiatives
Adheres to access & productivity policies & protocols to ensure that patients' access to convenient care is optimized
Adheres to standards and care protocols to deliver appropriate, innovative and cost-effective care management in-person and virtually
Actively and regularly participates in the assigned meetings/committees
Models Advocate Health Core Values
Adheres to Medical Group Minimum Work Standards

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program