General Gastroenterologist

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, join us as we embrace the Power of One. Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare is seeking a General Gastroenterologist Physician to provide comprehensive medical services and ensure the safety and quality of clinical care across the practice and Methodist LeBonheur Hospitals.OverviewThe Physician works with nursing staff and physicians to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care, modeling behavior consistent with MLH Mission, Vision, and Values.ResponsibilitiesProvides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, and assessments using best practices to diagnose and treat patients.Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens appropriate to assessed medical conditions.Refers patients to specialists and relevant patient‑care components as appropriate.Evaluates patients for the need for and level of prescription medicines required and considers alternative techniques for patient care.Manages 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.Participates in specified health promotion, education, and/or prevention programs.Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and their families as needed.Orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition.Maintains accurate and timely completion of all documentation within three days of visit or discharge.Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health‑care providers.Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals.Maintains productivity at acceptable levels.Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.Develops strong partnerships with fellow physicians and support staff.Education and ExperienceMD or DO degree required.No prior work experience required.Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.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 areas of expertise.Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in area of expertise.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.Knowledge of relevant drugs and non‑pharmaceutical patient‑care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.Licenses and CertificationsMedical Doctor – Arkansas – Arkansas State Medical BoardMedical Doctor – Mississippi – Mississippi State Board of Medical LicensureMedical Doctor – Tennessee – Tennessee State Board of Medical ExaminersOsteopathic Physician – Tennessee – Tennessee Board of Osteopathic ExaminationBoard Certified Physician – American Board of Medical Specialties (National Board Certified Physician – The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons)AOA Board Certified Physician‑Specialty – American Osteopathic Association Board Certified DO (National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners – NBOME)Supervision Provided by This PositionAdministrator, nurse practitioner, and support staff.Physical DemandsMust be physically and mentally able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential functions of the position without endangering the health and safety of self and others.Climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.Good balance and coordination.Medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.Close visual acuity, including color, depth perception, and field of vision, to perform activities such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading.Frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact.Exposure to patient body fluids as well as hazardous or poisonous materials.Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr