Physician
Company: Wellpath
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Why Wellpath:Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about
taking care of people - our patients, our staff and our partners.
We are committed to making a difference by providing hope and
healing to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical
environments. Our talented, compassionate team thrives in an
autonomous environment, is empowered and supported by education,
training and the resources to practice healthcare the way it is
meant to be and strives to "Always Do The Right Thing!"About this
role:Our Physician is responsible for the medical assessment and
care of patients, supervising the ARNPs', PAs' clinical activities,
and providing consultations and referrals to and from other medical
staff.What you bring to the table:Education for Physician:MD or DO
degree from an accredited medical school.Experience for
Physician:Two (2) years of experience in primary care
preferred.Excellent interpersonal skills.Must be able to
communicate effectively with all levels within the facility, in
addition to a variety of outside customers with varying
interests.Above average writing skills. Must be able to thoroughly
and effectively document all work performed in the position.Ability
to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by
the department.Licenses/Certifications for Physician:Licensed in
the state of practice. Has a current DEA and D.P.S. certificate of
registration.What you will do:Conducts routine medical examinations
on incoming or admitted patients under protocols and guidelines
established.May supervise ARNPs or PAs who may also conduct medical
examinations.Provides medical treatment and orders studies, tests,
and ancillary services that are required and consistent with the
provisions of adequate health care services and approved
privileges. May conducts minor surgical procedures for which they
have been granted privileges to perform at the facility.
Thoroughly, accurately, and timely documents all patient services
in the patient's medical record utilizing facility approved
format.Routinely reviews/reevaluates those patients requiring
ongoing medical/consultative services and coordinates treatment
planning in those cases.Initiates and maintains compliance with
organizational policies and procedures, and reviews all
facility-specific medical health care policies and procedures
annually to assure their compliance with The Company Corporate
Directives and applicable regulatory agencies.Assures good medical
judgment in all clinical decisions, reviews organizational and
National Treatment Guidelines and, maintains compliance with those
standards according to individual patient healthcare needs.
Annually reviews and recommends modifications to nursing assessment
protocols to senior management. Assists in developing and
implementing facility specific policies, procedures, and protocols
in patient treatment.Attends healthcare staff meetings, continuous
quality improvement meetings, infection control meetings, and other
meetings as requested by leadership.Meets with leadership as often
as needed for purposes of healthcare program evaluation and
planning; Under the Clinical Director's guidance, supervises the
assigned work area(s), all observational and infirmary service, and
assigned Nurse Practitioners (ARNP's). In addition, co-signs all
voice and telephone orders given by incumbent to ARNP's if required
and to nursing staff.In coordination with leadership, designates
continuing care facilities and specialty (consultative) physicians
and makes referrals to these facilities/individuals as medically
necessary. Coordinates the healthcare of the patients during
treatment. Designates level of care to be performed in the facility
and the equipment needed to perform this level of care. Actively
participates in utilization management initiatives, to include
compliance with the treatment pharmaceutical formulary; and, the
non-emergency specialty consultative referral process. Completes
all requests for medical services in a timely manner, completely
and initiates alternative actions as medically necessary. Acts as a
patient advocate in all issues of medical need. Authorizes the
administration of Flu and Hepatitis B Vaccine to employees.When
applicable, serves as an active participant with healthcare and
operations staff in Admission and Discharge Treatment
PlanningDemonstrates understanding of, and complies with special
precautions, disaster and fire safety procedures, assists with
finding alternatives to seclusion and restraint, knowledge of abuse
reporting.Is sensitive to cultural diversity issues, treats
patients as an individual, and considers the culture of the
patients when providing care and treatment.Is knowledgeable about
care and treatment needs of patients of different ages. Provides
individualized care and treatment that is consistent with/sensitive
to the age and life span developmental needs of each
patient.Continues professional development through in-service
education, workshops, conferences and self-study necessary to
maintain current knowledge applicable to the position.Must be able
to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical
and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized
procedures that may call for deviations.Must be able to apply sound
judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge
to different factual situations.Must be alert at all times; pay
close attention to details.Must be able to work under stress on a
regular or continuous basis.Perform other duties as
assigned.Wellpath is an EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
EmployerOur investment in you:Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
plan optionsTime off & leave benefits401KTuition
ReimbursementParental benefitsPerks and discountsAnd more available
here https://wellpathcareers.Com/Compensation Range: $106 $130 /
hour
Keywords: Wellpath, Brockton , Physician, Healthcare , Bridgewater, Massachusetts
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