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Job Description - Physician Gastroenterology
Position Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time Physician
Specialty: Medicine Gastroenterology
Every day, for more than 150 years, the physicians of University Hospitals have renewed a promise to meeting our patients' health care needs. Our talented team is integral to our rich history of success and critical to our future in a dynamic environment.
The Department of Medicine Gastroenterology at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is in search of a Physician to help continue with our excellent patient care. Appointment at the level of Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or full Professor is available commensurate with experience.
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is among the nation's leading academic medical centers. Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is a leader in medical research and education.
What Cleveland has to offer
The Greater Cleveland Area is home to 2.8 million people and a wide variety of communities. Cleveland holds a wealth of cultural resources, entertainment options, and leisure activities including a vibrant Lake Erie shoreline and Metro Parks system.
A Brief Overview
Provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice or for a specified patient population.
What You Will Do
Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Maintain department productivity thresholds.
Maintain faculty status in good standing with the CWRU SOM (if applicable).
Adhere to core physician obligations as outlined in the Physician Policy Manual.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Education
Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license (Required)
Appointment with CWRU SOM at the level commensurate with experience (Required)
Work Experience
Fellowship Training in some specialties (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Experience using EPIC (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
State of Ohio and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty.
Physical Demands
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
10%
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Worksite address
cleveland, OH, 44101, US
Who can apply
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