Physician III - P/T On Call- Hourly

Essential Job Functions

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Leads and supervises Physicians and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in the general medical clinic. Provides appropriate consultation and collaboration with APRNs to establish the Prescriptive Authority Agreement and the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners requirement for APRN practice within the state of Texas.
• Requests input from colleagues, when indicated, and demonstrates a cooperative and supportive manner in working with the supervisor, peers, and support staff to facilitate work and information flow.
• Performs comprehensive physical assessments and medical history to arrive at the most appropriate multi-axial diagnostic impressions and formulations. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies as necessary. Monitors the patient’s response to treatment on a continuous basis. Documents all patient encounters related to assessment, rationale for treatment interventions and other related issues to outline the course of hospitalization. Frequency of documentation is appropriate to the level of care the individual requires.
• Maintains oversight of the hospital’s infection control plan as required by TJC, which includes monitoring the status of infectious diseases of employees and patients, as well as prevention. Data of immunizations of staff and patients as well as incidents of diseases are monitored and plans for improvement are developed in response to outbreaks of infectious diseases. Acts as a resource for infection control and consultant to general medical physicians.
• Participates in audits and other performance improvement activities. Provides appropriate input to ensure standards of care are met and acceptable level of patient care is maintained. Assists in developing Plans of Correction for deficiencies identified.
• Provides treatment to state hospital employees injured in the course and scope of employment. Provides initial clinical assessment and basic non-invasive care and stabilization for emergency and non-emergency occupational injuries within the scope of discipline licensure. Provides support to visitors and employees, when indicated, while waiting for transfer to outside facility for assessment and treatment.
• Establishes and maintains professional competencies through participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs or activities in order to provide the best level of care to patients as well as maintain state licensure. Provides CME certificates, current licensure and other required documentation for Medical Staff credentialing file.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of APRN scope of practice and understanding of collaborative agreement for APRNs and Physicians
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and treatment appropriate to the age-related needs of patients served.
• Knowledge of the principles of public health practices
• Knowledge of disease management and risk analysis
• Skills in the care and treatment of patients, and in the use of medical diagnostic and treatment tools and equipment
• Skills in the use of a computer and applicable software
• Skills in developing, describing, and communicating medical or public health plans and procedures.
• Skills in project management, prioritization, and program evaluation
• Skills in problem identification, analysis, and resolution
• Skills in process facilitation techniques, team building, negotiation, conflict resolution, and strategic planning
• Ability to examine, diagnose and treat physical disorders.
• Ability to interpret laboratory analyses and X-Rays.
• Ability to direct medical activities.
• Ability to evaluate the age-specific needs of patients and implement an effective course of treatment in coordination with other disciplines.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to foster partnerships and agreements with individuals and entities on a national, state, and local level
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications

• Must be licensed as a medical doctor by the State of Texas

Additional Information

• Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
• Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.