Job Posting
Clinic Physician
As members of the Medical Staff at South Lincoln Hospital District, Rural Health Clinic Providers function as independent healthcare providers who, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, are responsible to provide comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions in an outpatient setting. In coordination with administrative clinic leadership, Rural Health Clinic Providers ensure the viability and effectiveness of these essential service lines. Rural Health Clinic Providers are expected to demonstrate a high degree of clinical expertise working with patients with acute and chronic illnesses or acute injuries commonly encountered the both the pediatric and adult populations. Rural Health Clinic Providers are responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, and care coordination for patients and families with acute and chronic care needs. It is anticipated that Rural Health Clinic Providers demonstrate and advanced level of medical and clinical knowledge, interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism, and systems-based practice. Rural Health Clinic Providers are expected to be emotionally resilient with the ability to communicate effectively while ensuring safe, effective, and quality patient care.
Desired Education, Certifications and/or Experience
Required
• Physicians:
o Degree in Medicine (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited United States Medical School
o Successful completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution
o Board certification in primary care or related field from said residency
o Successful completion of U.S. Medical Licensing Examination
o Current unencumbered Wyoming medical license or the ability to obtain such prior to beginning employment
• All Providers:
o Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Wyoming Pharmacy Board registrations
Preferred
• 3-5 years of post-training Rural Health experience, particularly in a Rural Health Practice environment
Responsibilities / Functional Job Description
General: Performance Expectations
1. Responsible - works independently, in a safe and appropriate manner. Demonstrates both problem-solving and problem-prevention skills.
2. Sensitive - displays sensitivity to the needs of patients and co-workers. Demonstrates good communications skills and empathy.
3. Timely - recognizes time as a customer's most valuable resource and responds promptly to patients' and co-workers' needs.
4. Accurate - works carefully and precisely, with attention to detail.
5. Coordinated - organizes and delivers service in the proper order. Displays good organization skills and utilizes resources wisely.
6. Thorough - meets all the requirements of his/her position. Is able to evaluate and follow up on his/her services.
General: Teamwork and Service Expectations
1. Display and encourage sensitivity to needs of patients, visitors, and co-workers.
2. Treat others with consideration, courtesy and respect.
3. Perform duties willingly and with initiative; shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
4. Remain composed and takes actions to restore calm in stressful situations.
5. Demonstrate judgment and tact when dealing with others.
6. Cooperate with other hospital departments and work groups.
7. Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and co-workers; take action to clarify information received from others.
Role Specific: Work role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Provide primary care as per the protocols on file in the RHC and according to the policies and procedures of the RHC
2. Comply with all appropriate requirements for clinic quality assurance and certification
3. Maintain licensure, board certification and current PALS
4. Participate in QA committee and the review of at least (15) patient medical charts per quarter as requested
5. Assist the Medical Director in development of new policies and procedures as needed
6. Make necessary referrals for services that cannot be provided at the RHC
7. Work with primary health/urgent care team to provide services to patients within the standards of care for family practice/urgent care settings.
8. Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate and clinically indicated.
9. Analyze reports, test results, medical records, and examinations to diagnose condition(s) of patients and propose treatment options.
10. Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.
11. Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up-to-date before prescribing medication/treatment.
12. Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help treat the health issue they are experiencing.
13. Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; ongoing quality improvement objectives; and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
14. Perform outpatient procedures which are within the scope of practice, education, supervision, and experience of the practitioner.
15. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
16. Ensure that current best practices are being implemented in order to ensure the highest standards of quality.
17. Complete timely and thorough patient documentation using the Electronic Health Record utilized by SLHD.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
1. Knowledge of state and federal regulations, policies, and procedures and best practices governing Family Practice/Urgent Care services.
2. Ability to skillfully coordinate competing priorities, ensuring the completion of all required tasks.
3. Skill in accuracy and attention to detail.
4. Ability to develop strong relationships with team members.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
6. Ability to read, write legibly and calculate mathematical figures.
7. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
8. Ability to effectively lead a team a fast paced and intense environment.
9. Ability to handle stressful situations and respond appropriately.
10. Ability to work and interact effectively and positively with other staff members to build and enhance teamwork across SLMC departments.
11. Ability to communicate to complete responsibilities effectively
12. Ability to see to use computer efficiently and read computer reports and correspondence
13. High proficiency with Microsoft office products (excel, word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Equal Employment Opportunity
South Lincoln Hospital District will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Contact Information
Stephanie Raver - HR Business Partner
HR
711 Onyx
Kemmerer, WY 83101
Email: sraver@southlincolnmedical.com
Phone: 13078008683 |
