Collaborating Physician

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in urgent care using a telemedicine platform, providing expert guidance and supervision for clinical decision-making, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
• Be available for PAs and NPs to discuss patients that meet WellNow’s criteria to call.
• Review patient cases remotely, assessing medical histories, symptoms, and relevant diagnostic data to provide accurate diagnoses and evidence-based treatment recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with established clinical protocols, guidelines, and regulatory requirements for urgent care practice.
• Guide and mentor PAs and NPs, promoting continuous learning and professional development through regular feedback, case discussions, and educational resources.
• Assess and triage urgent care cases, determining the appropriate level of care required, including referrals to specialists, or transfers to an emergency department when necessary.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in urgent care medicine, including best practices, and evidence-based guidelines. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, providing input and suggestions for enhancing patient safety, efficiency, and the overall quality of care in the urgent care setting.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient encounters, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and billing requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and excellent communication skills when interacting with medical staff and patients, addressing their concerns, and providing clear instructions for follow-up care.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted medical license in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Proven experience as a Collaborating Physician in an urgent care, emergency department, or telemedicine setting.
• Familiarity with telemedicine platforms and technology, including electronic medical records (EMR) systems and video conferencing tools.
• Strong clinical knowledge and expertise in urgent care medicine, including the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of acute medical conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance remotely and establish rapport with PAs, NPs, and patients.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy, confidentiality, and adhering to legal and ethical standards in telemedicine practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to changing telemedicine workflows.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of a residency program in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine.

Skills

• Expertise in urgent care medicine.
• Telemedicine platform proficiency.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive salary ($210,000).

Pay

$210,000

Schedule

Remote work schedule.