Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Physician for our Physician Services Department. This job is temporary.   

Benefits Include:

Competitive Pay Free onsite parkingHealth Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees 401(k) plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants 

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with Case Manager for admitted patients.Documents patient care performed, assessments made, and orders given.Recommends, participates in, and actively works to ensure the success of efforts to improve costeffectiveness of care provided to patients throughout the organization.Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.Develops and oversees the patient care plan in connection with entire clinical care team.Works to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care, in a timely, effective, service-oriented manner.Provides care in the context of promoting age- and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision-making, and the right to self-determination.
Minimum EducationMedical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited program:□ Preferred X RequiredCurrent TN MD or DO licensure, DEA licensure:□ Preferred X RequiredMinimum Work Experience5 or more years in a Family Practice setting as a Physician:X Preferred □ RequiredRequired SkillsCertifications:The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:X Basic Life Support (BLS)The below certifications will be required by Physicians before working in a new department with these additional certifications:X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) X Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran