UMMG Staff Physician (Nocturnist) – Medicine, Hospital Medicine

University of Miami•Miami, FL

30d

About The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Staff Physician (Nocturnist). The UMMG Staff Physician provides medical care to patient s based on proper documentation in the medical record as outlined by the medical st aff rules and regulations . The incumbent in this position receives patient assignments based on their educational discipline, expertise or experience .

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school or foreign equivalent
Board Certified or Board Eligible in relevant specialty or field
Valid unrestricted Florida Medical License or eligible to apply (must have license prior to credentialing)
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
Must maintain CME to meet institutional and state licensing requirements
Must have excellent clinical knowledge and experience to provide safe and quality care to patients and meet institutional standards of care
Current BLS certification required.
ACLS (if applicable).
Valid DEA licensure

Responsibilities

Performs physical assessment of patients in a logical and respectful manner.
Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
Gathers essential and accurate information through the review of pertinent records and interviews with the patient, family members, caregivers , and other health professionals.
Reports all Qu ality Assurance (QA) incidences, including mediation errors , to responsible physician using department guidelines.
Assumes responsibility for increasing knowledge and expertise by attending continuing educational offerings.
Makes informed decisions about interventions based on patient information and preference, up-to-date scientific evidence in the field, and clinical judgment.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.