Physician Internal Medicine

Purpose

The primary purpose of the MD, Internal Medicine is to diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. Physicians examine patients, take medical histories, prescribe medications, and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. Also, physicians counsel patients on diet, hygiene, and preventive healthcare.

Delegation of Authority

Reports to the Director of Physician Practices and is delegated the administrative and clinical authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out the assigned duties.

Job Functions

• Assess and treat a range of conditions that occur in everyday life.
• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition.
• Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.

Performance Requirements / Duties and Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
• Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.
• Coordinate work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health‑care providers.
• Supervise patient care personnel.
• Plan, implement, or administer health programs or standards in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention or treatment of injury or illness.
• Train residents, medical students, and other health‑care professionals.
• Prepare government or organizational reports which include birth, death, and disease statistics, workforce evaluations, or medical status of individuals.
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Education Requirements

• Medical degree with specialization in Internal Medicine.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Responsible for adult outpatient and inpatient call.
• Long‑term care coverage for own patients and rotation for unassigned patients.
• Willingness to work in a Critical Access environment.

Benefits

Work at a stunning facility in an amazing community on Martha’s Vineyard with great pay and benefits. The hospital offers an extensive Health/Dental/Vision benefit package, including a 403B, 457A, free Life and LTD insurances, and up to 2 weeks of CME per year worth $6,000. Housing assistance may be available for candidates relocating to the island.

EEO Statement

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.