Pulmonary & Critical Care Phys

About the Role

Provides medical leadership for the Department by assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of program goals and operations as outlined in the contract. Ensures compliance with all JCAHO/DNV and other regulatory agency guidelines. Contributes to the strategic plans of the organization for the growth and development of the department.

Represents the department as a Pulmonary and Critical Care physician, working to ensure the quality of care delivered is appropriate. Establishes and implements written measures to achieve the goals of the Product Line and assists in developing strategic plans for the growth of Pulmonary and Critical Care Services.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of program goals and operations.
• Ensure compliance with all Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory agency guidelines.
• Attend at least 75% of quarterly medical staff meetings; attend additional meetings as directed by the medical director or designee.
• Participate in the monthly chart review process for Nurse Practitioners and the annual review of nurse practitioner protocols.
• Perform duties as reasonably requested by Erlanger or otherwise necessary to assist in the operations of Pulmonary and Critical Care Services.
• Meet timeliness goals for outpatient care, on-call responsibilities, and scheduled assignments.
• Meet or exceed productivity goals as defined in the contract.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Completion of an approved residency and, if applicable, fellowship program.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Tennessee.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in practice specialty.

Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN