Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare seeks an Infectious Disease Physician at our Methodist South hospital

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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
 

Qualifications

Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine

Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia

Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification

Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences



Responsibilities

Clinical practice, supervising and teaching fellows, residents and medical students in the specialties of Infectious Disease/Internal Medicine

This physician is responsible for providing consultation on various forms of infectious diseases, both for diagnosis and treatment in the inpatient and outpatient settings

Also, assist in meeting goals for consult completion
Participation in appropriate subspecialty committees as needed by the facility including but not limited to Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT)
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP)

Assist in meeting goals for outpatient clinic including telehealth with VVC appointments and face to face

This includes meeting facility goals for minimum days required to see new patient and maintaining facility expectations for outpatient workload and bookable hours

Must work closely with clinical pharmacist

The physician is expected to share attending call responsibilities with other Infectious Disease/Internal Medicine specialists in covering some nights, weekend and holiday calls as needed

The physician will round with the team of fellow(s), resident(s), and medical student(s) as regards to inpatient settings

The physician will also be expected to lead and manage the Infectious Disease/Internal Medicine team consisting of fellows, residents, medical students, Pharmacists, Mid-Level Providers, etc
while on inpatient service or in clinical setting

Clinical oversight is provided by the collaborating physician, Section Chief, Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease

The physician, as a member of the department, communicates with other health care providers to manage consults and additional services as required

This physician's primary collaborating and supervising physician will be the Section Chief, Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease

In the absence of the primary collaborating physician, an appointed staff physician will serve as the alternate collaborating physician

Administrative activities, including performance improvement activities, research, and non-clinical tasks as assigned

Exhibits leadership in initializing changes in patient care programs based on current concepts and findings from research and studies

Stays informed on developments in the management and treatment of diseases and illness through continuing medical education

Any other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or his/her designee as it relates to scope of practice

 

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.

A Brief Overview
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 LeBonheur Hospitals. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• 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.

Education Qualifications

• MD/DO

Experience Qualifications

• No prior work experience

Skills and Abilities

• 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.

Licenses and Certifications

• Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
• Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
• Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners
• Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination
• Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties
• National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
• AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty American Osteopathic Association
• Board Certified DO National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Administrator, nurse practitioner, and support staff

Physical Demands

• Must be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position without endangering the health and safety of self and others.
• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• 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.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.