Telehealth Physician - Emergency Medicine
About The Position
The Telehealth Physician remotely assesses patients and provides emergency medical care through telehealth, collaborating with onsite medical staff to support optimal patient outcomes. The role includes on-call responsibilities as assigned and operates in a matrixed environment, reporting to the Telehealth Director for administrative matters and the Medical VP for clinical matters. The physician uses sound clinical judgment and communication skills to work effectively with medical staff and deliver quality patient care. Candidates should have experience working in Emergency Medicine. This position is available only to people who reside in the United States.
Requirements
- Medical doctorate (MD) from an accredited university.
- Licensed in the state of employment.
- Must be willing to obtain licenses in states where services are requested.
- Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and applicable certifications.
- Board certified or board eligible in internal medicine or family medicine.
- Must reside in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of post-residency clinical experience in emergency medicine preferred.
- Additional state licenses are beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Rapidly assess patients’ physical and acute psychiatric health through telehealth and determine triage and treatment decisions in collaboration with onsite medical staff.
- Provide clinical oversight of assessment and reassessment, ongoing care activities, and associated documentation by APPs.
- Provide on-call coverage for after-hours patient care; treat medical problems, including through pharmacotherapy; make referrals for tests and consultations; and follow up on results and recommendations.
- Educate patients and onsite medical staff about medical diagnoses.
- Collaborate effectively and professionally with staff in other disciplines.
- Provide individualized care sensitive to patients’ ages and life-span developmental needs, while following special precautions, disaster and fire safety procedures, and abuse-reporting requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- DailyPay
- Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching
- Company-paid life insurance
- Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
- Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
