Physician Full Time Float at Seattle

Job Description

U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group was founded in 1995 and is a leading national provider of occupational medicine and urgent care services. Operating 115 medical centers in 13 states with over 2,400 employees, including approximately 350 physicians, U.S. HealthWorks serves over 10,000 patients each day. We help employers control the cost of work-related injuries through quality medical care and effective management of claims and lost work time.

SUMMARY Our float physicians provide coverage to centers within a given region. Apply and modify the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide primary patient care. Work closely with Center Manager & Regional Director to ensure comprehensive delivery of services and quality patient care. Cooperate with management in the direction of all clinic activities to ensure accomplishment of all clinic objectives. Evaluate medical procedures and everyday situations and suggest ways to improve delivery of service and profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Willing to travel within region to treat patients
• Provide medical treatment of all illnesses and injuries.
• Chart all patient transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• While on duty assist Physician Assistants as needed.
• * Prescribe, administer and dispense legend drugs only in accordance with state and federal statutes.
• Communicate and work with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment and client service.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggest improvements.
• Comply with ethical, legal & professional issues.
• Comply with applicable regulations and with corporate policies and procedures.
• Comply with quality assurance for all medical issues and assist in the solution of any medical problems.
• Contribute solutions to intra- and inter-departmental problems.
• Support efforts of administrative and marketing personnel to secure new and maintain existing business as required.
• Resolve client grievances regarding medical issues.
• Protect clinic assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of professional medical practices related to treatment of work-related illness and injuries.
• Knowledge of organizational and medical policies, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe medical environment.
• Skill in developing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Skill in developing and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the general public.
• Ability to react calmly, objectively and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, staff and clients.
• Good telephone manners and etiquette.
• Strong organizational skills; orientation to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate and work effectively with others.

EDUCATION

Degree of Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from a U.S. accredited institution.

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in Industrial Medicine, Emergency Medicine or General Practice. Preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Current license to practice medicine in the State; current certificate to supervise X-ray technicians; current certificate to supervise Physician Assistants; if required, current controlled substances registration certificate from the Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Department of Justice. Board Certification in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Family Practice preferred

Job Requirements

Please refer to the Job Description for the qualifications.
Country: USA, State: Washington, City: Seattle, Company: US HealthWorks Medical Group.