PACE Physician Position Available In Lee, Florida

PACE Physician
locations
Lehigh Acres, FL
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 3 Days Ago
job requisition id
R258966 It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medical care for patients assigned in person, by telephone communication with staff nurses, and by collaboration with ARNPs.
• Provide documentation in the patient record that meets criteria for good medical practice, addresses legal mandates, and adequately supports billing codes.
• Communicate successfully with other Hope HealthCare Services employees, the public, and community physicians in a manner that represents Hope’s culture of a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Assist the Chief of Medical Services in maintaining 24 hour, 7 day per week medical coverage for all Hope facilities and services.
• Participate in Hope HealthCare Services medical staff/physician meetings as able and complete any mandatory continuing medical education activities.
• Attend IDT meetings as assigned.
• Follow federal and state laws regarding medication prescription.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent communication; via phone, email, and in person.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical care and palliative medicine.
• Must be flexible to work in other locations if needed.
  Required qualifications:
• Doctoral degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Eligibility for membership on the medical staff of hospitals in the Hope HealthCare Services service area.
• Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Florida.
• Must possess and maintain board certification in his/her primary specialty. Certification of additional qualification in Geriatrics is preferred.
• Must have current registration with the DEA to prescribe controlled substances.
• Must be registered with Medicare and Medicaid Programs as a participating provider and have a UPIN.
• Valid Florida Drivers’ License with good record
• Automobile Insurance
• Clear level 2 background check Certificates/Licenses/Registration Doctorate Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Florida Must possess and maintain board certification in his/her primary specialty.

Certification of additional qualification in Geriatrics is preferred Must have current registration with the DEA to prescribe controlled substances Must be registered with Medicare and Medicaid programs as a participating provider and have a UPIN Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of Florida, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation. CPR certification is required Experience Requirements Eligibility for membership on the medical staff of hospitals in the Hope HealthCare Services service area.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical care and palliative medicine. Position Specific Responsibilities (not all inclusive) Provide medical care for patients assigned in person, by telephone communication with staff nurses, and by collaboration with ARNPs. Provide documentation in the patient record that meets criteria for good medical practice, addresses legal mandates, and and adequately supports billing codes. Communicate successfully with other Hope HealthCare Services employees, the public, and community physicians in a manner that represents Hope’s culture of a collaborative and positive work environment. Assist the Chief of Medical Services in maintaining 24 hour, 7 day per week medical coverage for all Hope facilities and services. Participate in Hope HealthCare Services medical staff/physician meetings as able and complete any mandatory continuing medical education activities. Attend IDT meetings as assigned. Follow federal and state laws regarding medication prescription.
Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers. Consistently represents Hope with integrity and professionalism. Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job. Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service. When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor. Assist with special projects, as requested. All other job duties as may be assigned.