Envision Physician Services is seeking Hospitalists to join our collegial team at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio.

We are seeking a full-time dedicated and experienced Hospitalist Physician to join our Methodist Main Hospital Medicine program. As a Hospitalist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, comprehensive care to patients admitted to the hospital. Your expertise in managing acute and chronic conditions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring effective patient flow will contribute to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and experiences.

Responsibilities:

1. Physician Staffing:

   • Provide physician staffing coverage for the program, including:
     • 15-day shifts
     • 2-night shifts

2. APP (Advanced Practice Provider) Staffing:

   • Provide oversight for APP staffing, including:
     • 1-night shift

3. Open ICU Management:

   • Collaborate with Intensivists to manage the Open ICU, ensuring 24/7 coverage.
   • Maintain communication with Intensivists through on-site presence or availability by phone.
   • Coordinate with the Intensivist team for admissions and consultations.
   • Act as the primary attending for patients in the Open ICU, overseeing their care.

4. Code and Procedure Responsibilities:

   • Hospitalists are not responsible for codes; the responsibility lies with the ED physicians.
   • Hospitalists may perform procedures if they are privileged and have the necessary time available.

5. Round and Go Model:

   • Participate in a round and go model, where admissions are managed through call blocks.
   • Share call responsibilities with other physicians, with some days without on-call duties.
   • Round on assigned patients and provide timely dispositions.

6. Patient Admissions:

   • Collaborate with the ED physicians for patient admissions.
   • Participate in swing shifts from 3 pm to 7 pm.
   • No daytime APP support for admissions.

7. Patient Census:

   • Manage an average daily census of 18-22 encounters per day.
   • Ensure thorough documentation and accurate record-keeping using electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Qualifications:

• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Must be a valid US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Unfortunately we cannot consider J-1 or H-1B Visa holders at this hospital.
• Demonstrated experience in hospital medicine and managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Position Offers:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Status plus benefits
• Paid “A” Rated Malpractice Insurance Coverage
• Flexible Scheduling

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

Methodist Hospital is a general medical and surgical hospital in San Antonio, TX, with 1,500 beds. Opened in 1963, Methodist Hospital has grown to be the flagship facility of the Methodist Healthcare System, San Antonio’s largest and most preferred health care provider. Methodist Hospital maintains this excellent reputation with a commitment to the hospital’s value statement that defines quality as meeting the customer’s needs by exceeding their expectations. Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. Methodist Hospital is San Antonio’s largest private hospital.

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