Physician

JOB SUMMARY

The duties of the Physician position include, but are not limited to, providing diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to adult patients, proper maintenance of records, acting as the Supervisory Physician of Mid-level Providers and Residents as required, and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Perform histories, physicals and prescribing a diagnostic, education, preventive and/or treatment plan within the standards of accepted medical practice
Perform and/or order labs, diagnostic procedures, and making appropriate referrals as necessary
Maintain patient records
Adhere to proper charting protocols
Coordinate continuity of medical care for patients
Promote health by advising patients on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease
Inoculate and vaccinate as required
Perform minor surgery as necessary
Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities
Other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Doctoral degree, either M.D. or D.O., in medicine
Minimum of 5 years' experience
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a clinical environment
Must have and maintain current Florida License in good standing
Board Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare
Ability to work under pressure
Computer literacy

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience using an electronic medical records system
Bilingual a plus, but not required

RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

Reports to the Chief Medical Officer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Communicate effectively with patients and staff
Be able to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time
Perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time
Be able to use hand and fingers to handle or feel
Be able to reach with hands and arms