Physician with OB

Family Health Services Corporation•Jerome, ID

18d•$120 - $135

About The Position

SUMMARY: Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct health care for a specified patient population. May supervise physician assistants and/or nurse practitioners. $120.19 - $134.62 DOE $30,000 sign on bonus and $10,000 moving allotment. Patient incentive bonus and quarterly bonus also available. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A current medical license from the State of Idaho. The medical license must be free of restriction and no litigation or disciplinary actions may be pending against the incumbent. The incumbent must have Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO), and DEA and State of Idaho Controlled Substance Registration numbers. M.D. or D.O. degree required. At least 1-3 years experience as a primary care provider is desirable. Bilingual English/Spanish

Requirements

A current medical license from the State of Idaho. The medical license must be free of restriction and no litigation or disciplinary actions may be pending against the incumbent.
The incumbent must have Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO), and DEA and State of Idaho Controlled Substance Registration numbers.
M.D. or D.O. degree required.
At least 1-3 years experience as a primary care provider is desirable.
Bilingual English/Spanish
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
Knowledge of community health care and OB related services.
Provide obstetric care, both in the inpatient and outpatient setting, with appropriate privileging through Cassia Regional Hospital.
Understanding of patient billing procedures and collection policies.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to create effective clinical relationships with individuals of different cultural beliefs and lifestyles.
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions.
Ability to obtain and maintain privileges at relevant local hospitals.

Responsibilities

Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
Trains and supervises physician assistants and/or nurse practitioners.
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Works in collaboration and/or coordination with other healthcare providers within the clinic team and community agencies to provide comprehensive client care
In coordination with other clinic staff, maintains system of quality assessment and assurance in accordance with quality assurance plan.
Participates in program planning, development, implementation and evaluation relating to specific job, clinic, and program functions.
Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and in-service training and continuing education.
Participates in recruitment, interviewing and performance evaluations of clinical personnel.
Participates in a shared call system with other providers.
Responsible for accurate, timely, and complete documentation in patient records. Including providing appropriate code level and diagnosis of patient visits using CPT & ICD-10 coding standards.
Counsels and educates patients and family members regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and need for follow-up as appropriate for each visit. Verifies and documents the patient’s understanding of diagnosis, treatment and follow-up recommendations.
Perform minor procedures and in-house lab work in accordance with FHS’ policy and candidate qualifications.
Participates in staff meetings, in-service meetings, participate in quality assurance, risk management and peer review when asked to participate.
The candidate may be asked to provide some inpatient services if proper privileges are obtained and the candidate is qualified to perform in the inpatient setting.
Participates in planning programs and in developing specific health policies and procedures.
Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.