Cardiology Physician
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Texarkana
Posted on: October 27, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
Summary: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
CPN's Medical Management Program if in effect in the physician's
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 CPN's integrity
program. --- Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is
consistent with the CHRISTUS mission and supportive of CHRISTUS
Provider Network's 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 TimeEEO
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Keywords: CHRISTUS Health, Shreveport , Cardiology Physician, Healthcare , Texarkana, Louisiana
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