Geriatrics opening: Berwyn, IL
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Geriatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Berwyn, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/15/24
**Primary Care Opening in Chicago, IL**
Located in Berwyn
Seeking board certified or eligible primary care physician.
* Bilingual (Spanish) required.
* Urgent Need
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs.
* Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families.
* Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
* Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments.
* Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care.
* Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
* Orders studies, test and ancillary services.
* Documents all services in patient medical record.
* Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention.
* Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations.
* Other duties as assigned and modified at managers discretion.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
* Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette.
* Performs in a tactful and professional manner
* Fluent in English and Spanish.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:
* MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty required
* Must be able to obtain a State Medical License or already have a current, active State Medical License for the state(s) in which he/she will be working
* Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty is preferred. Board Eligibility is required
* Once Board certified, PCP will maintain board certification in their specialty by doing necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
* Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances