Physician - SOM-Radiology

About the position

The Physician - SOM-Radiology position at the University of Mississippi Medical Center involves a 24-hour responsibility for providing health care. The role includes assisting in coordinating, scheduling, and administration of health care across designated clinics, infirmary, and/or hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs subordinates, such as licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, nurse assistants, lab and radiology personnel, and other medical staff in the care and treatment of patients.
• Requests necessary laboratory tests for the purposes of appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
• Requests necessary radiographic studies for the purpose of appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
• Available for rotational call schedule to address after-hour emergencies.
• Adherence to all pertinent policies and procedures of U.M.M.C and performs any tasks necessary to maintain high standards of a clinical operation and patient care.
• Organizes and conducts general or specialized diagnostic and/or treatment clinics.
• Renders consultative services in health matters to other staff members, public officials, voluntary health agencies, committees, organizations, and professional groups.
• Plans and conducts various control and treatment programs, which may include specialized areas such as epidemiologic investigations.
• Organizes, conducts, and supervises chronic care clinics and treatment programs.
• Encourages and emphasizes health education.
• Prepares and keeps necessary records and reports as may be indicated.
• Promotes and assists in training programs for health personnel.
• Performs administrative and staff supervisory duties as required.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medicine.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi or eligible to be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Mississippi.
• Holder of medical license, or eligibility to be licensed, to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi.