Weight Management and Wellness Physician

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Physician is responsible for working with the nursing staff and physicians to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care in the physician practice and Methodist Le Bonheur Hospitals. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• MD/DO Medicine
• No prior work experience
• AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty - American Osteopathic Association
• Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners

Nice To Haves

• Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination
• National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
• Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties
• Board Certified DO - National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)
• Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
• Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in areas of expertise.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments using best practices to diagnose and treat patients.
• 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.
• Evaluates patient for need for and level of prescription medicines required and considers alternative techniques for patient care.
• Manages the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
• 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.
• Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and their families as needed.
• Orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition.
• Maintains accurate and timely completion of all documentation within 3 days of visit or discharge.
• Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers.
• Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals.
• Maintains productivity at acceptable levels.
• Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.
• Develops strong partnership with fellow physicians and support staff.

Benefits

• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level