Physician-Pathology-UHMG-89391

University Hospitals•Cleveland, OH

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Pathology at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center seeks a physician to support patient care. Academic appointment at the level of Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor is available, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The role provides and manages medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within the physician’s area of practice or specified patient population. Compensation is described as highly competitive. University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is an academic medical center, and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is a leader in medical research and education. The position includes responsibilities related to clinical care and, as appropriate, education, supervision, program operations, and research functions.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree and an unrestricted license.
Appointment with CWRU School of Medicine at a level commensurate with experience.
Fellowship training in some specialties, as required.
State of Ohio and federal DEA certification.
Medical specialty license or certification.
Board certified or board eligible in the specified area of medical specialty.
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for medical care.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient-care services in the area of expertise.
Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient-care aids, and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in their correct use.
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in the area of expertise.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of relevant accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience using EPIC.

Responsibilities

Provide and manage direct patient care, including examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment.
Prescribe pharmaceuticals, medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
Refer patients to specialists and relevant patient care components as appropriate.
Train and supervise medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
May manage daily operations of a medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
Direct and coordinate patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Participate in health promotion, education, and/or prevention programs as appropriate to the position.
Maintain department productivity thresholds.
Maintain faculty status in good standing with CWRU School of Medicine, if applicable.
Adhere to core physician obligations in the Physician Policy Manual.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with policies and standards.
Safely and securely maintain patients’ Protected Health Information and complete required annual training.