Occupational Health Physician

Overview

Job Role Summary

The PRN employee is a supplemental employee and are employed by EMG on an “as needed” basis. The PRN employee is to fulfill the job requirements associated with the role they have been hired for.

The Physician will plan, direct, and evaluate patient health care in an outpatient primary care setting. The Physician will examine and treat chronic and acute episodic illnesses, minor injuries, accidents and other injuries/illnesses; perform selected laboratory testing; offer referrals, write prescriptions and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. This individual will provide the full scope of services under their individual field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Collect detailed health history, diagnose and treat a diverse patient population with empathy and precision, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
• Prescribe medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations.
• Collaborate with APPs, specialists, nurses and support staff to develop, implement and record personalized care plans that improve patient outcomes.
• Educate and empower patients to take charge of their health with clear, compassionate communication. Provide education such as proper diet, family planning, emotional problems of daily living and health maintenance.
• Strive to exceed patient expectations and enhance the patient experience following the Eskenazi Health AIDET model.
• Complete administrative tasks efficiently and ensure patients’ needs are addressed and prioritized, completing visit notes both timely and accurately, as required by departmental policies and guidelines.
• Engage in mandatory meetings and adhere to Eskenazi Health and EMG bylaws, policies and procedures.
• Consistently seek excellence in modeling the PRIDE values in all interactions with patients, families, staff, providers and others.
• Maintain appropriate and up to date licensing, certifications and continuing education.
• Provide feedback, when appropriate, regarding clinic staff performance and clinical competencies to clinic staff and management as needed.
• Contribute to Eskenazi Health and EMG missions by participating in quality improvement initiatives, research and/or teaching opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A problem-solver with strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• A team player who embraces collaboration.
• Passionate about making a difference and demonstrates commitment to the underserved.
• Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications, Training, and Experience

• MD or DO credential prior to hire date to practice in the State of Indiana, by the Indiana

       Medical Licensing Board

• Board Eligible or Boards Certified in physician specialty.
• Insurability (malpractice)
• Current DEA, CSR Registration
• Current BLS or PALS
• Must be able to meet and maintain current Eskenazi Health Medical Staff credentialing and privileging requirements as applicable

Working Environment

• Outpatient clinic setting.
• High contact with team members and close physical contact with patients during visits.
• Must wear required clinic attire and Personal Protective Equipment
• Capacity to sit/stand for extended periods.
• Mobility to move about clinic readily.
• Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
• Manual dexterity to appropriately use medical equipment.
• Able to perform repetitive hand motion and maintain good body posture due to extended use of computer system for patient documentation and other purposes.
• May be exposed to infection, disease, adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) and chemical hazards.

Eskenazi Health has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2024 - 2025 list of "150 Great Places to Work In Health Care." along with multiple previous years.

Recognized Culture: Eskenazi Medical Group has been honored by the American Medical Association (AMA) for reducing clinician burnout.