What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Cardiology position at ST JOHNS HEALTH?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provide quality, comprehensive health care within defined scope of practice
Diagnose and treat disorders and diseases of the cardiovascular system. Perform patient exams and order or conduct diagnostic testing. Develop ongoing treatment and disease-management plans. Prescribe medicine and coordinate referrals as necessary. Work within scope of practice as defined through the Credentialing and Privileging Committee.
2. Collect, record, and maintain patient information
Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results. Preserve patient and co-worker confidentiality and privacy. Maintain integrity of patient medical record.
3. Perform duties with compassion and a focus on safety
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients. Adhere to a high degree to customer service. Treat all patients, staff, and providers with courtesy, dignity, respect, and professionalism. Foster a culture of patient safety within the clinic.
4. Collaborate with other providers
Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary. Provide consulting services to other doctors caring for patients with special or difficult problems. Advise surgeon of a patient's risk status and recommend appropriate intervention to minimize risk.
5. Teamwork
Participate in department meetings, Medical Staff meetings, Medical Group meetings, and other physician leadership duties as assigned. Adhere to Medical Staff Bylaws the SJH Code of Conduct and policies.
6. Direct and coordinate activities of care giving team
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
Required: Graduate from an accredited School of Medicine with a M.D. or D.O. degree. Completion of a residency in medicine and a fellowship in cardiology.
Minimum Work Experience
Required: Demonstrated leadership, teaching, evaluation and communication skills. Ability to motivate others at all professional and administrative level. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common journals, reports, and documents. Effective presentation skills.
1. Provide quality, comprehensive health care within defined scope of practice
Diagnose and treat disorders and diseases of the cardiovascular system. Perform patient exams and order or conduct diagnostic testing. Develop ongoing treatment and disease-management plans. Prescribe medicine and coordinate referrals as necessary. Work within scope of practice as defined through the Credentialing and Privileging Committee.
2. Collect, record, and maintain patient information
Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results. Preserve patient and co-worker confidentiality and privacy. Maintain integrity of patient medical record.
3. Perform duties with compassion and a focus on safety
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients. Adhere to a high degree to customer service. Treat all patients, staff, and providers with courtesy, dignity, respect, and professionalism. Foster a culture of patient safety within the clinic.
4. Collaborate with other providers
Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary. Provide consulting services to other doctors caring for patients with special or difficult problems. Advise surgeon of a patient's risk status and recommend appropriate intervention to minimize risk.
5. Teamwork
Participate in department meetings, Medical Staff meetings, Medical Group meetings, and other physician leadership duties as assigned. Adhere to Medical Staff Bylaws the SJH Code of Conduct and policies.
6. Direct and coordinate activities of care giving team
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
Required: Graduate from an accredited School of Medicine with a M.D. or D.O. degree. Completion of a residency in medicine and a fellowship in cardiology.
Minimum Work Experience
Required: Demonstrated leadership, teaching, evaluation and communication skills. Ability to motivate others at all professional and administrative level. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common journals, reports, and documents. Effective presentation skills.
Required Licenses: Valid State of Wyoming Medical License. Certification from American Board of Medicine or American Osteopathic of Family Physicians. Possess SJH Privileges. Valid DEA and Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy certificate.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Working Conditions
This role takes place in a clinical and hospital setting.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Working Conditions
This role takes place in a clinical and hospital setting.
Direct Reports: NA
Reports to: Executive Director Physician Services