Hospital Medicine Admitting Physicians Needed in Michigan

Company: Covenant HealthCare
Location: Saginaw
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Job Description:

The Hospital Medicine Admitting physician is responsible for the care of all patients admitted to the hospital service during one of three shifts (including overnight). This includes assessing patients, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests, managing medications, and providing patient education. This position will also work closely with the day team to ensure a smooth transition of care.
Responsibilities:

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• There are three (2), 12-hour shifts physicians can work: 5pm- 5am or 8pm- 8am
  
• Flexible scheduling and required to work fifteen (15)- twelve (12) hour shifts per month
  
• Assess patients admitted to the hospital overnight through the emergency department
  
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
  
• Manage medications
  
• Provide patient education
  
• Work closely with the day team to ensure a smooth transition of care
  
• Attend rounds and conferences
  
• Complete all required documentation
  
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
  
• Maintain licensure and board certification
  
  Qualifications:
  
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  • MD or DO degree
    
  • Board certification in Internal Medicine
    
  • Strong clinical skills
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
    
    Benefits:
    
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    • Sign on bonus and relocation reimbursement
      
    • EPIC Based EMR
      
    • Night Shift Premium
      
    • CME and membership dues
      
    • Competitive salary and benefits package
      
    • Opportunity to work in a progressive and supportive environment
      
    • Chance to make a difference in the lives of patients
      
      Covenant HealthCare is a leading health care provider in the Great Lakes Bay Region, serving 20 counties across northeast and central Michigan. We are the largest, most comprehensive health care system in the region, with more than 560 physicians, over 20 inpatient and outpatient facilities, and 643 acute care licensed beds.
      We offer a broad spectrum of programs and services, including high-risk obstetrics, neonatal and pediatric intensive care, acute care, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, robotic surgery, and many more. We are also home to a Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, which is one of only two in the region.
      Our mission is to improve the health of our community, and we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality care. We are also dedicated to our employees, and we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement.
      If you are qualified and experienced in Hospital Medicine Admitting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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