Per Diem Program Physican at BayMark Health Services – LaPlace, Louisiana

Description

• Responsible for performing professional physician services and for performing required administrative duties.
• Ensure all staff practice Universal Precautions and are aware of emergency medical procedures to be followed in case of medical emergencies.
• Work is performed under operational supervision.
• To assume medical responsibility for the Clinic and to supervise all the medical services rendered to patients in the Medical Director’s absence.
• To authorize and supervise dispensing of daily narcotic replacement therapy and other medication by medical staff.

• Will provide professional physician services under minimal supervision.
• Educates patients and their counselors on how to take prescribed medication and possible side effects.
• Performs maintenance of medical records for all patients.
• Ensures compliance with BAART Programs’ policies and other publicly funded programs and HMO contract protocols, as well as specific contractual obligations.
• Conducts peer review quarterly according to BAART Programs’ policy.
• Complies with requirements for maintaining a valid professional license.
• Reviews discharges, dosing sheets, outside medical records, outside physical exams, treatment plans and dose changes of patients receiving narcotic replacement therapy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• The ability to communicate with a diverse population is essential.
• Problem solving and analytical abilities are also important to evaluate and treat clients.
• Drug rehabilitation training/knowledge is helpful.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patient medical records, laboratory results and demographic information and to communicate in English both orally and in writing is required.
• The incumbent must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and good charting skills are also required.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in any residency
• 1-year of experience in SUD/Addiction Medicine required
• Must be licensed in good standing to practice medicine as a physician in Louisiana
• Satisfactory drug screen and drug panel
• Must be able to provide comprehensive quality patient care and referrals