Full Time Hospitalist | University

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For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Hospitalist of Methodist Healthcare shall be responsible for provision and management of direct inpatient care and implementation of the objectives of the Methodist Hospitalist Group.

The Hospitalist shall be responsible for implementation of patient care supervision, teaching, and learning activities. 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.

A Brief Overview The Hospitalist of Methodist Healthcare shall be responsible for provision and management of direct inpatient care and implementation of the objectives of the Methodist Hospitalist Group.

The Hospitalist shall be responsible for implementation of patient care supervision, teaching, and learning activities. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do Provides and manages direct inpatient care, including history and physical examinations, evaluations and assessments, diagnosis and treatment, and procedures consistent with core privileges as outlined by Methodist Healthcare Medical Staff policy.

Orders, performs and interprets examinations and tests and analyzes records and reports to diagnose patient conditions. Coordinates work with nurses, pharmacists, social workers, case managers and other health care team members.

Provides leadership and training in education to graduate medical and other approved educational programs. Functions as the Hospital’s attending physicians for Educational Programs. Provides timely and accurate completion of medical and billing records.

Participates in hospital’s utilization management, risk management and performance improvement programs. Supports Methodist Information Technology and Electronic Health Record meaningful use by active use, constructive feedback, and collaboration in improvements.

Participates with Site Directors in Medical Education in planning curriculum and learning activities. Plans with Site Director and other involved educators the faculty educational activities at Methodist Hospitals. Serves as counsel to Site Directors concerning Medical Education and Research matters.

Provides interaction between Methodist faculty and UT faculty. Serves as liaison between Methodist learners, nursing and Clinics that have resident education. Participates in patient care and administrative activities that complement the educational program. Education/Formal Training

Requirements

Required - MD/DO Work Experience

Requirements

Preferred - No prior work experience Licenses and Certifications

Requirements

Required - Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners Required - Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties Preferred - AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty - American Osteopathic Association Preferred - Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure Preferred - Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination Preferred - Board Certified DO - National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) Preferred - Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students. Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions and progress.

Ability to use electronic health records, the Methodist One Chart system, and CPOE. Ability to communicate to patients and families, students and residents, and members of the healthcare team Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to understand and analyze clinical and research data.

Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects Supervision Provided by this Position Supervises residents, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, students from multiple disciplines Physical Demands 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 situation 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. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates.

For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission.

With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.