Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Moultrie

About the Role

A licensed independent practitioner responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for Island Doctors patients in accordance with State and Federal rules, regulations, and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Work with the primary healthcare team to provide patients with primary medical care services within the standard of care for primary care patients.
• Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate and called for.
• Analyze reports, test results, medical records, and examinations to diagnose patient conditions and propose treatment options.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.
• Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure allergy information is up-to-date before prescribing.
• Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help treat existing health issues.
• Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, objectives, ongoing quality improvement, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
• Record complete, timely, and legible medical records.
• Assist with training and compliance actions.
• Establish good working relationships with other departments and peers in the office.
• Assist other staff members whenever possible and request additional work as needed when primary duties are completed.
• Represent the practice professionally and courteously, adhering to proper office attire and telephone courtesy.
• Display knowledge of departmental and office policies, procedures, disaster plans, and fire plans.
• Perform other duties as needed or requested by supervisors.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine.
• Current Medical Doctor (MD) or Osteopathic Doctor (DO) licensure.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• At least one year of experience in a similar position is desired.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing for long periods of time; bending, reaching, and walking to locate charts.
• Finger dexterity for accurate terminal input.
• Visual acuity to work in front of a video display terminal.
• Ability to cope with heavy workload volume and mind-block outside noise and traffic for concentration.
• Ability to work in physically small and highly exposed traffic areas.