Lead Specialist

About the role

The Physician provides Direct and Indirect Patient Care and other related work as required by department/unit leader. The Physician also works under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer at Durango Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Performs medical assessments of patients.
• Establishes and monitors a medically appropriate level of care for patients.
• Stresses health education and preventive medical care, where appropriate.
• Takes adequate histories of patients with medical problems.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and prepares reports, as needed.
• Counsels on medical and/or psychological problems and may counsel patients on personal problems and health measures.
• Refers patients for medical and/or other treatment, when appropriate.
• Provides medical treatment, where appropriate.
• Consults with private physicians and public agencies in securing treatments for patients requiring services beyond those available at the USC University Park Health Center.
• Works with Counseling Services staff in cases presenting with mental health problems.
• Participates in "Advice Call" for ill or injured patients and those seeking medical advice.
• Reviews history, examination and treatment plan made by physician assistants.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Maintains professional affiliations, licenses, certifications, etc. Stays current on developments in the field of medicine.
• Performs after-hours call.

Requirements

• Doctorate M.D.; OR D.O.
• 1 year Experience as M.D.
• Ability to provide diagnostic treatment and counseling services.
• Ability to analyze situations and take effective action.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in order to interact with physicians, nurses, other staff, students, etc.
• Possess a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor Current valid license/certification to practice medicine in the state of Nevada.
• DEA Certificate
• Specialty Certification Board certified with current certificate in specialty area.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Board of Pharmacy License Board of Pharmacy
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City)