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Hospitalist Physician Opportunity in San Antonio, Texas - Increased Start Date Bonus
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Hospitalist
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Supplemental Income/Moonlighting Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location San Antonio, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 3/27/24

Envision Physician Services is seeking Hospitalists at Methodist Texsan Hospital located in San Antonio, TX.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospitalist Physician to join our Methodist Texsan Hospital Medicine program. As a Hospitalist, you will provide high-quality inpatient care to our patients, ensuring their well-being and positive health outcomes. Join our team and contribute to a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

Responsibilities:

  1. Physician Staffing:

    • Participate in a 6-physician program.
    • Physician staffing:
      • 1 physician for day shifts.
      • An APP is in-house during the night shifts.
    • Physician pager call at night.
  2. Open ICU Management:

    • Collaborate with Intensivists and the Emergency Department (ED) team in managing the Open ICU.
    • Intensivists are available 24/7, either on-site or reachable by phone.
    • Hospitalists admit patients and consult with the Intensivist team.
    • As the primary attending physician, hospitalists see Open ICU patients every day, regardless of their location.
  3. Code and Procedure Responsibilities:

    • ED providers are responsible for running codes.
    • Hospitalists have the option to perform procedures if they are privileged, although time constraints often limit these opportunities.
  4. On-site Presence:

    • As a single physician model, the physician is required to be on-site from 7 am to 7 pm.
    • After rounding and when ER admissions have slowed down, the physician may have some flexibility in heading home.

Qualifications:

  • Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
  • Active medical license and unrestricted ability to practice medicine.
  • Must be a valid US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Unfortunately we cannot consider J-1 or H-1B Visa holders at this hospital.
  • Experience in hospital medicine, including managing a diverse range of medical conditions.
  • Excellent clinical skills and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with current medical knowledge and practices.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position of Physician - Hospitalist in the Methodist Texsan HM program. Specific duties and expectations may vary based on the organization's policies, practices, and patient population.

Methodist Texsan Hospital, a 120 bed campus of Methodist Hospital, is comprised of caring individuals focused on outstanding clinical outcomes and exceptional, friendly service. Conveniently located in the heart of San Antonio, Methodist Texsan Hospital provides invaluable health care services to its community and surrounding areas in South and Central Texas. All patient rooms are spacious and private, which compliments both patient safety and a hotel-like atmosphere. Methodist Texsan Hospital’s 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit is the newest in the community and takes a team approach to providing excellent rehabilitative care for its patients. The emergency room is full-service and its board-certified emergency medicine doctors work hard for the right clinical diagnosis who strive to take care of patients quickly and efficiently.

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