General Gastroenterologist

Overview

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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare is seeking a General Gastroenterologist Physician to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care in the physician practice and Methodist LeBonheur Hospitals.

This role models 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 through compassion and a focus on service excellence.

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to diagnose and treat patients.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Evaluates patient need for medications and considers alternative techniques for patient care.
• Manages the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
• Directs and coordinates patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, infection control standards.
• Participates in health promotion, education and prevention programs.
• Explains procedures and discusses test results or treatments with patients and families as needed.
• Orders, performs, and interprets tests to diagnose conditions; analyzes records and examination information.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within 3 days of visit or discharge.
• Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other providers.
• Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals.
• Maintains productivity at acceptable levels and focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.
• Develops strong partnerships with fellow physicians and support staff.

• MD/DO

• No prior work experience

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in areas of expertise.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.

• Medical Doctor - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
• Medical Doctor - Mississippi - Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
• Medical Doctor - Tennessee - Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners
• Osteopathic Physician Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Osteophathic Examination
• Board Certified Physician - American Board of Medical Specialties
• National Board Certified Physician - The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
• AOA Board Certified Physician-Specialty American Osteopathic Association
• Board Certified DO National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME)

• Administrator, nurse practitioner, and support staff

• Must be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Includes climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination; reach up to medium work with occasional exertion up to 50 lbs and frequent up to 25 lbs.
• Close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform clinical tasks.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact; exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous materials; ability to react quickly to emergencies.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do 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.