Physician – Emergency Medicine EHS NE

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!

Job Description: 

TITLE: Emergency Medicine Physician (“Physician”)

REPORTS TO: Medical Director, Elliot Emergency Medicine Specialists, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and education to Emergency Medicine patients. Provides care in a professional, efficient and ethical manner, as well as in accordance with the standards and recommendations consistent with the requirements of all applicable accreditation entities (DNV, Joint Commission, etc, as applicable), applicable laws and regulations of the State of New Hampshire, and all policies, rules and requirements of EPS and Elliot Health System (“EHS”).

DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

Under the direction of the Medical Director, Elliot Emergency Medicine Specialists (“Medical Director”), Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services and/or his/her designees and within established EHS and departmental policies and procedures, Physician shall perform the functions set forth below. All duties shall be carried out: (i) in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations, including those concerning protection of patient confidentiality; (ii) in a professional and competent manner and in accordance with the generally accepted standards of care; and (iii) in accordance with all policies, rules and requirements of EPS and/or EHS, and all bylaws, rules and regulations and policies of the medical staff of Elliot Hospital, as they may be amended from time to time.

Essential Functions:

1. Patient Assessment: Provides assessment and examination of individuals by interviewing the patient and/or family members to obtain an appropriate history, with regard to the patient’s physical, developmental status and behavior. Examines the patient to obtain objective physical data, performs appropriate systems review as indicated by the evaluation. Completes a physical assessment based on interview, examination and available data. Identifies medical and health issues and needs based upon the evaluation. Formulates treatment plan based on history, physical and clinical findings that may include diagnostic tests, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical interventions, surgical services as well as education. Reviews clinical data from lab results, x-rays, scans and pathology reports.

2. Treatment Planning: Based on evaluation, obtains appropriate consults, makes appropriate referrals, and arranges patient disposition. Physician shall at all times serve the best interests of the patient and shall exercise his or her best independent professional judgment when rendering care. Develops and implements a treatment plan, which may include diagnostic tests, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical interventions, medical and surgical services as well as education. This may be part of a multidisciplinary team. Reviews clinical data from lab results, x-rays, scans and pathology reports.

3. Coverage Requirements: The Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee will annually determine necessary hours of coverage for agreed upon locations. Physician will collaborate with Medical Director to determine coverage schedule. Ensures that any time out of the practice is provided in advance and ensures that practice coverage is arranged prior to departure.

4. Documentation of Services: Maintains ongoing documentation of patient interventions. Documentation must be completed within forty-eight (48) hours of the service date. This includes documentation of initial assessment, treatment plans, interventional and ancillary services and any other patient interactions. Documentation must be completed using an electronic medical record provided by EHS. Required to cooperate with any audits of patient charts conducted to ensure compliance with all coding and documentation requirements and any compliance education reasonably required by the Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee.

5. Participates in Quality Improvement activities: The Physician will be required to attend and provide input in Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance projects as deemed necessary by the Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee. Such Quality Improvement activities will include activities related to enhancing and maintaining patient satisfaction, safety and quality of care. Participates in quality management activities that at a minimum comply with all applicable accreditation entities (DNV, Joint Commission, etc, as applicable), and the Bylaws of the Medical Staff of the Elliot Hospital.

6. Patient Satisfaction: Demonstrates courtesy, respect and caring to patients and families. Surveys will be distributed to patients at the close of their appointment. It is expected that the resulting information will be utilized to ensure that the Physician is within usual bounds when compared to colleagues within the specialty.

7. Participates in Practice Functions/Billing: The Physician will be required to work with practice staff to maintain the efficient operation of the practice. Collaborates with nursing, support personnel, and administration in matters affecting the efficient operation of the practice. The Physician will adhere to policies, procedures, standards of care, standards of practice, and standards of infection control applicable and which from time to time is revised. Participates in staff meetings and cooperates with practitioners and co-workers to achieve departmental objectives. Reports concerns and problems as they arise. Demonstrates courtesy, respect and caring to physicians and coworkers and maintains professional rapport with patients, external parties and organizations as exemplified by adherence to the “I Am Elliot” guidelines and/or other similar policies adopted by the Employer or Elliot Health System. Participates in staff meetings.

8. Collaboration: Collaborates with physicians, nursing, support personnel and administration in matters affecting patient care. Participates in crafting policies, procedures, standards of care, standards of practice, standards of infection control, etc. Follows the processes and practices of EHS designed to meet the specific needs of the patients, e.g., access needs, educational needs, age-specific needs, medical surveillance. Ensures the protection of patient rights and privacy and adherence to HIPAA regulations.

9. Education: Participates in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating educational programs, support and services offered by the Elliot Health System. In addition to the clinical hours stated in this Agreement, the Physician agrees to attend and actively participate in the following meetings and educational programs without compensation:

1. A reasonable number of corporate and hospital committees;

2. Section and departmental meetings; and,

3. Educational programs and trainings for staff, including but not limited to: MD, DO, EMS, PA, APRN, and Emergency Medicine Residencies.

EHS is continually expanding services and capabilities and is increasing its use of an electronic medical record, which episodically requires a significant time commitment by physician to develop proficiency and familiarity. As such, attendance and participation in educational programs and training sessions may be compensated, as determined by Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee at administrative hourly rate.

10. Scheduling: Provides patient contact hours as scheduled by the Medical Director or his/her designee at the Emergency Department and Urgent Care Locations. This time will be managed by the Physician to ensure all patient obligations are met, participation in various committees and practice meetings and coverage of a colleague for vacation, etc.

11. Credentialing: Submits credentialing and re-credentialing information to Medical Staff Services office within twenty (20) days of receipt of applications. Penalties may be assessed for late or delinquent reappointments up to and including reimbursement for re-appointment fees.

12. Location of Services: Services will be provided at the assigned practices as mutually agreed with the Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee.

13. Policies and Procedures: Adheres to all policies and procedures including but not limited to; infection control procedures, safety procedures, universal precautions, patient confidentiality and security policies. Ensures confidentiality of employee, legal, client/patient, budget and all company matters.

14. Space and Support Staff: EPS shall provide to Physician appropriate and adequate support staff, space, and materials to meet the obligations of this agreement as mutually agreed to by Physician and the Medical Director, Sr. Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Medical Officer, Elliot Hospital & EMG Acute Care Services, and/or his/her designee.

15. Communication: Physician shall be responsible for promptly communicating any staff related needs or concerns to the Elliot Emergency Medicine Services (“EEMS”) Practice Manager or his/her designee. Such communication shall include, without limitation:

• Special scheduling requests for use of vacation to take extended time away from work;
• Involvement in any malpractice / lawsuits; and,
• Updated copies of New Hampshire license, Drug Enforcement Administration certificate and Advanced Trauma Life Support certification.

Additionally, Physician shall share any concern related to patient experience, clinical quality and departmental operations with the Medical Director, EEMS Associate Medical Director, or Pediatric Emergency Medicine Director, as appropriate.

Work Shift: 

variable

SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Read Full Description