ED Physician - As Needed

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Lancaster, WI, US

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3 days ago Requisition ID: 1768

DEPARTMENT: Emergency Department

POSITION STATUS/HOURS: PRN (as needed position)

Position is 24-hour shifts, or 12 hour shifts (could be days or nights 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m or 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.). Shifts may include weekends and holidays.

REPORTS TO: President/CEO

JOB SUMMARY:

The ED Physician is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment and/or referral of patients in accordance with appropriate Wisconsin statutes and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Elicit a personal medical history; performs an appropriate physical examination and records pertinent data in the patient's medical record
• Assess, evaluate, and manage problems for patients of all ages with acute or chronic illness
• Administer or prescribe medications as needed, including injections, immunizations and oral medications
• Provide patient care; assesses and treats problems as indicated and seeks physician intervention when necessary
• Perform / assist in routine diagnostic studies as needed
• Promote positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and / or counseling
• Provide health maintenance care
• Assist in the delivery of services to patients by reviewing and monitoring treatment and therapy plans
• Collaborate with the nursing team and other care providers to ensure positive outcomes.
• Perform evaluation and treatment procedures necessary to ensure appropriate response to life-threatening emergency situations
• Facilitate referral of patients to other appropriate community healthcare facilities, agencies and resources
• Write prescriptions for medications, according to state regulation and practice protocol
• Participate in personal continuing education
• Conform to appropriate infection control policies when in contact with patients, blood and body fluids
• Responsible for documenting patient info in electronic medical record (EPIC)
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Licensed Wisconsin Physician
• Applicants must also have a current DEA license or be eligible to apply.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills required