Physician or APP | Internal Med | Per Diem
Legacy Community Health, Houston, TX, United States
Location:
Legacy Lyons - 3811 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
Physician (Or APP) - Job Overview
The Adult Medicine Physician or APP is responsible for administering care to adult patients. Primary clinical responsibilities will include the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients. Requesting care for acute issues which may include also screening for all chronic diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Initiates an appropriate assessment of person health status, ranging from focused to comprehensive Identifying immediate needs which can be supported or the need for a referral for long term management
Performs physical examinations, performing and documenting a health history as evidenced by chart review and ability for others to understand patient needs
Consults with colleagues, specialists, and other health professionals as appropriate
Orders pertinent diagnostic tests and procedures to support recommended therapy
Supports obtaining or performs specimen collection for commonly performed blood, urine, and stool analyses and cultures
Interprets health information and establishes diagnoses consistent with the accumulated data and formulates treatment plan, ensuring timely provision of necessary health care services
Provides education and ensures understanding of members regarding the nature of the identified acute needs and further opportunities for evaluation and treatment
Participates in the supervision of mid-level providers, including Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants
Educates patients regarding health promotion and disease prevention
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team to facilitate the ability to meet goals and objectives, around timely, efficient care and highly reliable customer service
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job–related hazards
Maintains work area and equipment in condition required by Legacy standards
Follows Legacy’s exposure control plans/blood-borne and airborne pathogens
Participates in routine environmental audits and communicates needs as appropriate
Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment (Universal Precautions)
Assures a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures
Attends and completes annual required education programs
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
MD/DO: Medical Doctor with current licensure
MD/DO:Board certification (or Board eligible) required
Provider shall obtain, maintain, and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers ‘compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy
Ability to meet Legacy Community Health’s EPIC proficiency requirements
Previous experience in a community healthcare setting is preferred
Demonstrated competency with an EHRS system
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Above average organizational skills
Strong typing and computer skills
This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management
Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and decision-making responsibilities
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Legacy Lyons - 3811 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
Physician (Or APP) - Job Overview
The Adult Medicine Physician or APP is responsible for administering care to adult patients. Primary clinical responsibilities will include the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients. Requesting care for acute issues which may include also screening for all chronic diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Initiates an appropriate assessment of person health status, ranging from focused to comprehensive Identifying immediate needs which can be supported or the need for a referral for long term management
Performs physical examinations, performing and documenting a health history as evidenced by chart review and ability for others to understand patient needs
Consults with colleagues, specialists, and other health professionals as appropriate
Orders pertinent diagnostic tests and procedures to support recommended therapy
Supports obtaining or performs specimen collection for commonly performed blood, urine, and stool analyses and cultures
Interprets health information and establishes diagnoses consistent with the accumulated data and formulates treatment plan, ensuring timely provision of necessary health care services
Provides education and ensures understanding of members regarding the nature of the identified acute needs and further opportunities for evaluation and treatment
Participates in the supervision of mid-level providers, including Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants
Educates patients regarding health promotion and disease prevention
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team to facilitate the ability to meet goals and objectives, around timely, efficient care and highly reliable customer service
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job–related hazards
Maintains work area and equipment in condition required by Legacy standards
Follows Legacy’s exposure control plans/blood-borne and airborne pathogens
Participates in routine environmental audits and communicates needs as appropriate
Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment (Universal Precautions)
Assures a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures
Attends and completes annual required education programs
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
MD/DO: Medical Doctor with current licensure
MD/DO:Board certification (or Board eligible) required
Provider shall obtain, maintain, and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers ‘compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy
Ability to meet Legacy Community Health’s EPIC proficiency requirements
Previous experience in a community healthcare setting is preferred
Demonstrated competency with an EHRS system
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Above average organizational skills
Strong typing and computer skills
This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management
Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and decision-making responsibilities
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