Job Details
Responsible for providing health care to patients and families, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education and counseling.Customer Services:Welcomes patients and families.Maintains communication between medical staff, administrative staff, and/or patient/families.Works collaboratively with all members of health care team.Clinical Services:Follows acute and chronic standard of care.Abides by all federal, state, and regulatory guidelines.Uses health promotion principles and techniques and patient learning measurements.Gathers and analyses physiological, socioeconomic and emotional patient data.Accurately evaluates patient problems in person or via phone and provides appropriate advice, intervention or referral.Evaluates and revises care plans based on patient changes, special examination or results of laboratory / radiologic tests results.Thoroughly documents all encounters, in person or via phone, in the patient s medical record.Makes responsible decisions within the scope of practice.Educates patient and families using pertinent health education materials or programs.Operates within approved scope of practice and standardized procedures by licensing or certifying board.Participates in quality improvement process, policy and procedure review and continuing medical education.Follows established Jennie Stuart Health policies, procedures, objectives, and safety, environmental, and / or infection control standards.If applicable, follow state guidelines for supervising Physician Assistants or collaborating with Nurse Practitioners.Environmental Services:Contributes to the overall cleanliness and appearance of personal work space and department.Maintains all clinical equipment. Evaluates all equipment for damage or maintenance needs and reports when needed.Required SkillsRequired SkillsExcellent Communication AbilitiesKnowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical careKnowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aidsKnowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.Ability to work tactfully and effectively with patients, family members, medical providers, administration, and other employees.Ability to work both independently and in a team environmentInterpersonal skills Dependability, Self Confidence, Compassion, Professionalism, AdaptabilityAbility to advise and train clinical professionals, staff, and students in area of expertiseAbility to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standardsTime ManagementWord Processing / ComputerRequired Experience3 to 5 years of related experience which may include residency in a directly related medical specialtyPlease attach the following documents with your application:Current copy of Resume/ CVAt lease three references letters from peers. Two (2) must have comparable privileges.Completed prescreen application/ delineation formKentucky Medical LicenseKY DEA Registration CertificateMedical School DiplomaResidency CertificateFellowship Certificate (if applicable)Board Certification CertificateNPI Number