Physician - Resident Moonlighting - Consult Liaison Psychiatry

About the Role

The physician is responsible for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of health problems presented by patients. This role involves fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, compassion, collaboration, clarity, curiosity, and courage while demonstrating a commitment to personalized care for both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate positive and productive working relationships with Corewell Health personnel.
• Assist in meeting operational, financial, and patient satisfaction goals.
• Complete all specific competencies and annual organizational mandatories in a timely manner.
• Assess and monitor the medical needs of patients, providing quality medical services in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensure coverage of caseload at all times.
• Communicate regularly with patients’ families, referring physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and other hospital departments regarding the plan of care and treatment of patients, including:
  • Within 24 hours of admission.
  • For any major change in a patient’s condition.
  • Within 24 hours prior to discharge.
• Document medical services in the patient’s medical record consistent with hospital, payor, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in on-call and weekend coverage as required by the Department.
• Participate in value-based reimbursement programs and quality initiatives as required by the Department.
• Engage in Quality Improvement (QI) / Quality Assurance (QA) and peer review activities as requested.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to medical practice and quality patient care.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement activities, including the development and application of clinical paths and related initiatives.
• Support patient participation in clinical trials and research projects, assessing clinical safety and efficacy data consistent with Research Institute policies.
• Provide oversight, teaching, and mentorship to fellows, residents, APPs (e.g., physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses), and students, including meaningful participation with affiliated medical schools as requested.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree (MD or DO).
• Active LIC-Physician (MD) or LIC-Osteopathic Physician (DO) license in the State of Michigan upon hire.
• Active DEA Registration in the State of Michigan upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) within 120 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 120 days of hire.

Physical Demands

• Lifting:
  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor): Seldom up to 50 lbs.
  • Waist to Waist: Seldom up to 50 lbs.
  • Waist to Chest (below shoulder): Seldom up to 10 lbs.
  • Waist to Overhead: Seldom up to 5 lbs.
• Carrying:
  • Bilateral Carry: Seldom up to 25 lbs.
  • Unilateral Carry: Seldom up to 10 lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling:
  • Pushing Force: Occasionally up to 25 lbs.
  • Pulling Force: Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
• Postures/Movements:
  • Sitting: Occasionally.
  • Standing: Frequently.
  • Walking: Frequently.
  • Forward Bend (Standing/Sitting): Occasionally.
  • Trunk Rotation (Standing/Sitting): Occasionally.
  • Squat: Seldom.
  • Stair Climbing: Seldom.
  • Crawling/Kneeling: Seldom.
  • Reach (Above Shoulder/At or Below Shoulder): Occasionally.
• Hand Use:
  • Handling: Occasionally.
  • Forceful Grip: Occasionally (up to 5 lbs).
  • Forceful Pinch: Occasionally (up to 2 lbs).
  • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently.
• Visual Acuity: Seldom required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

Schedule

This is a part-time position with variable shifts, requiring 16 scheduled hours per week. Workdays and weekend frequency are variable.

Primary location: Farmington Hills Hospital, Psychiatry Teleconsult - Medical Group East WB Mkt.