Emergency Medicine Physician in Nashville, Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Emergency Medicine
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/02/24
TeamHealth, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a skilled and compassionate emergency medicine (EM) physician to join our dynamic team in Nashville, Tennessee. As an emergency medicine physician, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality medical care to patients in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to the overall success of our emergency department while ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Clinical Excellence: Provide exceptional medical care to patients presenting with a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies. Perform accurate assessments, diagnosis, and treatment interventions following evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
  • Emergency Care: Triage, stabilize, and manage patients in critical and emergent conditions. Administer necessary medical interventions and procedures, including resuscitation, wound care, fracture management, and more.
  • Collaborative Approach: Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, specialists, and support staff, to ensure seamless patient care. Communicate clearly and concisely to relay critical information and treatment plans.
  • Diagnostic Skills: Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and interpret medical conditions. Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging studies, and laboratory results as needed for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
  • Emergency Department Management: Contribute to the efficient and effective management of the emergency department. Assist in patient flow optimization, resource utilization, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest developments in emergency medicine, attending relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects to enhance patient care protocols and contribute to the advancement of emergency medicine practices.
  • Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and aftercare instructions, promoting a better understanding of their healthcare journey.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough medical records, documenting patient interactions, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.

Qualifications:
  • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • Residency training in emergency medicine from an accredited program, or family medicine with emergency medicine experience
  • Board certification or eligibility