Staff Physician

Position Information

Classification Title Physician AD FLSA Faculty Rank Staff Physician Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school; board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics: a Georgia medical license; current DEA license; provider BLS and ACLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Position Summary

Provision of age appropriate primary care to eligible members of the University Community at the University of Georgia Health Center. The Health Center is a large multi-specialty ambulatory care organization that is accredited by the Joint Commission with primary care medical home designation. All licensed clinicians at the University Health Center are members of our Medical Staff whose role is to ensure that care is evidence based and of the highest quality. The membership serves as exemplars of our student-centered service culture.

Staff Physicians are a critical component of the clinical leadership who provide oversight of care provided by Physician Assistants and Nurse practitioners. Providing general primary care, minor procedures, patient education, and care coordination are important aspects of the position.

Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• One year in College Health is preferred.

• Greater than three years of active ambulatory care practice.

• Additional opportunity exists for individuals who have attained additional board certification in Clinical Informatics.

• One year experience in an integrated Behavioral Health/Primary Care environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Use of an electronic medical record, particularly a background with Point and Click Solutions' OpenSuite EHR.

• Other software to include Word, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook.

• Knowledge and/or familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation and the PCMH model of care delivery.

• Clinical knowledge base that is primary care focused.

• Ability to apply evidence-based principles to clinical practice.

• Comfort with behavioral, travel and tropical medicine.

• Minor procedural skills.

• Communication skills, empathy, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

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Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide age-appropriate medical care, performing physical assessments, minor procedures, order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, coordinate care and referrals. Document encounters in a concise timely detailed and informative manner using an electronic medical record. Serve in a consultative and clinical supervisory role for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants active in the clinics. Co-sign (assess care and decision making, ensure adequate documentation, and offer feedback where appropriate) entries in medical records by NP/PA staff.

Percentage Of Time 85 Duties/Responsibilities

Communicates with and integrates into a team. Participates in process improvement. Attends and participates in committees and staff meetings. Participates in research and educational efforts as warranted. Contributes to the culture of service excellence.

Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Obtains appropriate continuing education credits as a requirement in maintaining license and national certifications.

Percentage Of Time 5

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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