Primary Care Physician
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Internal Medicine
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Location
Salem, Oregon, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
5/09/24
- Provide general medical care; review admission and medical history; conduct physical examinations; maintenance of chronic health issues; care of acute health issues; read and interpret diagnostic tests and reports including, without limitation, audiograms, EKGs, and x-rays; provide referrals to medical specialists; write orders for patient care within the scope of privileging; conducting women's health clinics within the scope of privileging; and in-person and telephone consultation to the Unit practitioners.
- Participate in patient outreach efforts, at Client campus or the Treatment Mall, to provide general medical care for those unable to reach the Medical Clinic due to serious mental illness or physical limitations making transportation difficult; assist with medical OD coverage on a weekly, rotating basis, for telephone availability after work hours and on-site medical services during holidays and weekends.
- Complete medical records in accordance with requirements of Client policies and procedures; rules and regulations, and prepare correspondence communicating findings from patient evaluations to OSH administration, judges, PSRB, and attorneys. Serve on medical staff committees, participate in peer review, quality assurance, and utilization review activities; assist with training and continuing education to OSH staff; maintain qualifications to perform techniques of basic life support (CPR); and attend medical staff meetings.
Qualifications
• Satisfactory completion of a residency program in Internal or Family Medicine in the United States
• Physician's license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners at the time of appointment and maintain the licensure throughout employment
Working Hours
Schedule: Full Time, 40 hrs/ week