Staff Physician 2 - Torrance State Hospital
About the role
Are you searching for a fulfilling career where you can use your medical expertise to support patient health and safety in a high-impact clinical environment? As a Staff Physician 2 with the Department of Human Services (DHS), you will have the rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of those receiving care at Torrance State Hospital. This role allows you to provide essential medical care while working closely with a dedicated clinical team. You will help guide treatment decisions and support consumers through every stage of their care.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Responsibilities
- Medical Examinations: Conduct admission, annual, and neurological examinations and document findings
- Treatment Planning: Formulate diagnoses, set goals, and develop individual treatment plans based on consumer needs
- Daily Care: Perform rounds, evaluate consumers with medical concerns, and order diagnostic studies
- Emergency Response: Initiate medical actions during emergencies and provide clear direction to clinical staff
- Care Coordination: Communicate with hospitals, consultants, and treatment teams regarding consumer care
- Documentation Duties: Prepare reports, progress notes, and billing information related to medical services
Qualifications
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years of experience and/or training in the practice of medicine.
Special Requirement: This position requires possession of a license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Medicine Board, or the State Osteopathic Medicine Board.
Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
Pay
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
Schedule
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when on-call. This position may require overtime and travel. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.