Physician - Sleep Medicine

Central Health•Austin, TX

53d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Health is seeking a skilled Physician to join our expanding clinical team, committed to providingcompassionate, high-quality care to underserved communities across Travis County.In this position, you will collaborate with patients, their families, and our multidisciplinary staff to offer specializedconsultation and comprehensive care for patients with sleep disorders. Working in a multi-specialty environment,you will coordinate closely with other specialties to ensure holistic care. This is a full-time outpatient role, withdirect clinical sessions divided between in-person visits, video consultations, econsults, and e-reviews. You maysupervise advanced practice providers and serve as an attending physician for learners at various levels.This position will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Specialty Care and will actively partner withthe pulmonology team in developing programs for managing and treating sleep disorders. You will also help designclinical workflows to improve access to care, support evidence-based practices, and enhance efficiency. Ten percentof clinical time will be dedicated to administrative tasks.Central Health's mandate is to serve as the safety net for individuals in the county who need healthcare services.Mission alignment and an empathetic approach are key to advancing health equity, inclusion, patient experience,and positive clinical outcomes.

Requirements

Doctoral or ProfessionalDegree M.D or D.O degree Required
Completion of an ACGMEaccredited residency in Internal Medicine, FamilyMedicine, Neurology or Psychiatry Required
Completion of an ACGMEaccredited fellowship in Sleep Medicine Required
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Sleep Medicine Required
2 years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty Required
Unrestricted License to practicemedicinein the state of Texas.Upon Hire Required
Current Drug EnforcementAgency (DEA) registration for the purpose of writing prescriptions for controlled substances.Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) âObtained through approvedAmericanHeart Association or Red Cross.Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

5 years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty Preferred

Responsibilities

Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments,diagnostics, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population.
Prescribes medications, treatmentregimens, and other interventions based on the patient's medical condition.
Refers patients to specialists and additional care services as necessary to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Utilizes electronic health records (EHR) to document patient interactions, treatment plans, and clinical notes,ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Educates patients and their families on procedures, home care instructions, and follow-up care requirements.
Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, families, and colleagues through various modalities.
Demonstrates professional management skills, including planning, organizing, and scheduling work efficiently andproductively.
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
May manage the dailyoperations of specific medical programs or research initiatives.
Directs and supervises advanced practice providers as required.
May train and supervise medical students andresidents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
Ensures adherence to departmental policies, safety protocols, quality improvement goals, and infection controlstandards.
Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Contributes to the design and implementation of clinical workflows aimed at improving care access, supportingevidence-based practices, and enhancing efficiency.
Collaborates with clinical and operational leaders to maintain alignment with organizational objectives and foster ateam-oriented environment.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.