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Physician (Cardiologist)
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Cardiology
Salary
$100,957
– $300,000
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
7/26/16
The Amarillo VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a Board certified/eligible Cardiologist. Duties include (but not limited to): Inpatient hospital daily rounds Out-patient clinics and procedure clinics Teaching of Texas Tech residents during rotations through the Amarillo VA Medical Center Committee Appointments-Will participate in meetings as assigned Coordinate the patient care by effective communication with Primary Care practitioners, both at local and remote locations Provide medical expert opinions for Tort claims as required Examinations - evaluates patients by examining thoroughly. Appropriate clinical, laboratory and other pertinent data is obtained to determine care the patient is provided. Diagnosis - interprets and evaluates clinical data for the purpose of determining diagnosis and clinical status. Therapeutic Ability - prescribes appropriate and timely treatment; applies indicated therapeutic procedures; recognizes and assesses changes in behavior, symptoms, signs, and other pertinent facts about the patient and modifies plan of treatment when indicated. Recognizes own capabilities and limitations. Effectiveness in Emergencies - readily available; and quick in recognizing emergency situations, and taking timely necessary action. Patient Management - develops and maintains rapport and gains the confidence of patients and relatives through competence and interpersonal skills to the end that patients and others are informed participants in the treatment effort. Consultations and Specialty Skills - recognizes the need for consultation and utilizing facility or clinic specialty skills in diagnosis and treatment. Record keeping - physical and other examinations and changes in patient's status are promptly and completely recorded. Unusual incidents are promptly reported to the appropriate official. Clear, accurate, and adequate clinical records are kept current and completed at time of discharge. The treatment plan is clearly stated. The physician is fully knowledgeable of and utilizes the Computerized Patient Record System. All progress notes, orders are to be completed and signed daily. Encounters - all encounters to be completed daily by physician as this affects hospital funding. Consults Closure - consults are required to be completed by the provider at the time patient has been seen. Educational responsibilities usually involve either "teaching" or ''coordination.'' Some positions may involve both or cut across the elements or functions. Teaching and Monitoring - covers both the individual and group learning experiences where one serves as the learning facilitator in the role of a mentor or teacher for residents, trainees, or employees. As a mentor, plans and guides educational activities to meet the individual needs of the learner within the resources available. Counsels learner on professional/occupational goals as they relate to education activities. Encourages active participation on the part of the student. Actively solicits evaluation from students of teaching and educational experiences. Assures that content is based upon student and patient care needs, up-to-date and at the appropriate level for the audience. Develops courses, lectures or programs based on pre-established objectives. Employs learning resources and media (library, film, slides, etc.) in an appropriate manner. Preferred Certification: Board Certification is preferred, however, Board Eligible candidates will be considered with the expectation of attaining Board Certification in a timely manner Normal Duty Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. On call is required AFGE Bargaining Unit position. **First consideration will be given to applications received early** Position may be filled prior to the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for this vacancy. Applications will be reviewed every two weeks. If filled prior to the closing date, recruitment will be terminated. /.jb-duties Wrapper for estimated pay section $100957 $300000 End Wrapper for estimated pay section Job Details Application Open Date 2/11/2016 Application Close Date 9/30/2016 end job-details left Organization Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Who May Apply United States Citizens Status Full Time end job-details right end mystery div end job-details