Physician Cardiology
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Texarkana
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionSummary:Medical School graduate with a Doctor of
Medicine or Osteopathy degree from an approved medical school, or
possession of Standard Certificates as issued by the Educational
Council for Foreign Medical Graduates. Possesses an active,
unrestricted medical license in the state(s) of practice as issued
by the medical licensing authority of that state
Requirements:Develops a plan of care for each patient, including a
complete medical history, a physical examination, diagnosis of the
causes of injuries and illnesses, appropriate treatment and/or
referral, and hospital visitations when necessary.Stresses the
importance of preventive medicine and utilizes all available
resources, such as laboratory and radiological testing as aids in
diagnosing and confirming or denying the presence of
disease.Practices medicine within the guidelines of his/her
specialty. However, agrees to see patients outside of his/her
specialty, in case of emergency, or other special situations as
determined by the Chief Medical Officer.Refers those cases that
require specialist services, but will maintain responsibility for
assuring that those services are required.Maintains admitting
privileges at local hospitals or arranges a pre-approved
alternative such as a hospitalist service or physician group and
provides follow-up hospital care where privileges permit.Prescribes
and/or dispenses required medication to clients as medically
indicated.Orders immunization of patients against communicable
diseases.Supports and adheres to Commitment to Excellence goals in
Clinical Quality, Service Quality, Community Value and Business
Literacy.Participates as directed in network quality improvement
projects/pilots and agrees to follow its protocols and directives.
This also includes CPN approved operational and business related
functions/tools at the practice.Prepares and signs medical records
and related reports in a timely manner. Maintains a medical record
for each patient in a legible format with appropriate documentation
of services rendered. Properly documents and codes each patient
encounter to assure medical accuracy and appropriate
billing.Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with all
regulations for same e.g. HIPAA with no infractions. Works to
provide high quality care and maintain patient satisfaction while
at all times treating patients with respect and dignity.Fulfills
all requirements as detailed in individual employment
agreement.Maintains ethical and professional standards of
applicable national, state and local medical societies and
licensing agencies.Participates in continuing professional
education to keep his/her medical knowledge and professional
competence at a level determined by the Chief Medical Officer and
in accordance with credentialing guidelines.Provides medical
supervision to the assigned staff or other health professionals.
Reviews and evaluates the credentials of any supervised Nurse
Practitioner(s), Clinical Staff or Physician Assistant(s) in
conjunction with all state and federal regulations when the above
ancillary professionals work with the physician in a mutually
agreeable fashion. Participates in associate performance reviews as
directed.Encouraged to participate in community education functions
and encouraged to assist community health groups in a medical
advisory capacity.Seeks methods for cost containment within the
assigned area of responsibility. Assists management as necessary,
including periodic review to ensure that the practice is efficient
and cost effective for the services provided.Participates in
managed care plans as directed and does so in an efficient and cost
effective manner as outlined by CPNs Medical Management Program if
in effect in the physicians marketplace.Works with management to
establish and maintain appropriate charges for the services
provided including the submission of all charges, accurately coded,
and submitted within company guidelines and policies.Maintains
knowledge base necessary to appropriately code for services
provided, including participation in on-site medical record
internal audits and selected educational efforts as prescribed by
CPN.Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively
convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with
the CHRISTUS mission.Follows established CHRISTUS Provider Network
policies, procedures, objectives which include but are not limited
to quality improvement initiatives, safety, environmental infection
control, OSHA and guidelines as established in CPNs integrity
program.Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is
consistent with the CHRISTUS mission and supportive of CHRISTUS
Provider Networks cultural diversity objectives. Treats all
CHRISTUS Provider Network Associates with dignity and
respect.Maintains integrity by supporting and complying with the
CHRISTUS Code of Ethics and Mission and Vision statement.Attends
monthly physician partner meetings and actively participates in
marketing efforts to build, maintain, and sustain a thriving
practice.Performs other related duties as assigned.Work Type: Full
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Keywords: CHRISTUS Health, Bossier City , Physician Cardiology, Healthcare , Texarkana, Louisiana
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