Physician Advisor-FT-Days- Admin

DHR Health  -  US:TX:Edinburg - Days

MISSION STATEMENT:

Our Mission is to improve the well-being of those we serve with a commitment to excellence: every patient, every encounter, every time.

VISION:

Our Vision is to create a world-class health system to advance medicine and increase access for the communities we serve by empowering caregivers to heal through compassion, knowledge, innovation, integrated care and excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Physician Advisor plays a critical role in promoting evidence-based standards of medical care while maintaining appropriate utilization of Hospital resources. Emphasis is on facilitating communication between the Department, Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, and Administration regarding systems-based practice, regulatory and quality considerations in the delivery of medical care. The Physician Advisor plays a key role in the following: advocating for the best and most efficient care for Hospital patients; removing barriers to care; working with attending physicians to facilitate the care of the patient.

POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS­:

• Active Texas license as an MD or DO
• Board certification by an ABMS‑recognized specialty

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE­:

· Minimum of 5 years of hospital -based clinical experience

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a large system or department
• Strong communication skills and a data‑driven mindset
• Organized, collaborative, and effective with time management

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviewing cases for appropriate level of care and monitoring observation stays
• Educating physicians and committees on utilization and documentation best practices
• Leading daily huddles, case conferences, and peer education
• Chairing the Utilization Management Committee quarterly
• Managing payer denials and completing peer‑to‑peer reviews
• Partnering with CDI/HIM teams to improve documentation quality

Supporting administration in reducing