Physician | Neurology

Avera•Dakota Dunes, SD

12h

About The Position

The Neurology Physician provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice. The physician assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to approved medical staff protocols and accepted standards of practice, and provides medical services and health education to patients and their families. The role includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, interpreting diagnostic information, and developing appropriate plans of care. The physician contributes to safe, high-quality patient care, collaborates with the care team, makes appropriate referrals, and maintains accurate patient records. The position is located at Avera CNOS in Dakota Dunes and is listed as a day-shift role.

Requirements

Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy.
Licensed and qualified to practice medicine in the state where services are provided.
Board certified or board eligible upon hire.
State and federal Drug Enforcement Administration licenses based on the state of practice, upon hire.
Ability to work the specified hours.
Visual acuity adequate to perform the position's duties.
Ability to communicate effectively with others and to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Commitment to applying Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles in service to patients, families, and the community.
Maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a team environment.
Comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards, including those associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients according to medical staff-approved protocols and acceptable standards of practice.
Provide medical services and health education to patients and family members.
Contribute to health education for individuals and groups, using appropriate methods to encourage people to take responsibility for their health care.
Perform necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Interpret information gathered during diagnosis and formulate appropriate plans of care.
Provide quality patient care and demonstrate appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices.
Recognize and respond appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
Instruct patients about the care environment and applicable safety standards.
Apply and support practice policies, procedures, goals, and standards.
Meet with the care team and other personnel for consultation and collaboration to promote quality patient care.
Ensure appropriate patient referrals are made.
Maintain patient records and accurate information.