HCH-STAFF PHYSICIAN at Forrest General Hospital – Picayune, Mississippi

Job Summary:

The Staff Physician shall be licensed in the State of Mississippi and possess the appropriate board certification in their field and scope of practice, and will fulfill their role and the practice of medicine primarily in the clinic. The Staff Physician will maintain medical staff privileges at the applicable hospital. Acquires, complies, maintains, and applies knowledge of established Forrest Health and Clinic policies, established standards, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control. Interprets these to patients, staff, and the public as appropriate. Appropriately communicates and interacts with employees and family members of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs. Will be required to achieve quality patient care and job performance measured through reporting, direct and indirect observation, evaluation, feedback, and skills check-offs. Performs any other duties not listed or otherwise delineated as assigned by the Director of Outpatient Clinics and/or their designee.

Performance Expectations:

â–ª Functions within the established scope of practice for patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, plan

of care, and consultation.

â–ª Performs histories and physicals, review of systems, assessments, care plans, initiates orders when

medically necessary, and documents appropriately in the electronic medical record.

â–ª Utilizes growth and development knowledge base in the care of children (pediatric), adolescent, adult,

and geriatric patients to provide patient care and documents all appropriate documentation into the

electronic medical record.

â–ª Maintains all required licensures, certifications, and continuing education requirements.

â–ª Utilizes supplies and equipment cost-effectively.

â–ª Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel.

â–ª Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information, and abides by established

communications code.

â–ª Appropriately communicates and interacts with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups

while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

â–ª Monitors Epic Dashboards, In-baskets, and Messaging applications in addition to company email for

important communications and takes action when applicable.

â–ª Utilizes various reports and dashboards to complete clinical and operational tasks.

â–ª Efficiently uses point of care test according to manufacturer instructions and documents results

accurately and timely manner.

â–ª Makes accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and closes charts within

prescribed organization standards.

â–ª Performs all functions efficiently and effectively and within required and assigned timeframes.

â–ª Monitors productivity and makes necessary adjustments as necessary in collaboration with Clinic

leadership.

â–ª If applicable, will collaborate with the clinic’s nurse practitioners and promote a high-level quality of

care through a physician-led care team.

â–ª Interacts effectively and builds respectful relationships with physicians, other health care professionals,

and other health-related agencies.

â–ª Communicates and cooperates with all clinic and health system personnel respectfully and in accordance

with Employee Handbook standards to achieve objectives and maintain good employee relations,

interdepartmental relations, and public relations.

â–ª Behavior both at work and away from the facility positively reflects on the profession as well as the

facility and organization. Behavior must coincide with the facility's Code of Conduct as well as the

State Board of Licensure and all applicable boards.

â–ª If applicable, must acquire and follow RHC standards and policies.

â–ª Complies with all RHC, VFC, EPSDT, and accountable care organization’s compliance-related policies,

statutes, and regulations, and payer terms and conditions of participation.

â–ª Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization (We CARE, ACO, Language of

Caring, safety, Code of Conduct, HIPAA, compliance standards, and all others).

Qualifications:

Education/Skills

Graduate of an approved medical school, and completion of an appropriate and recognized residency

program.

Work Experience:

Experience in some type of primary patient contact is desirable.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi.

• Proof of Malpractice Insurance.

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on the required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

High degree of concentration, good interpersonal skills. Must exercise a high degree of tact, poise, and

patience in dealing with the public. An individual must have a high energy level and be capable of

handling high-pressure situations both mentally and physically. Must be agreeable to organizational and

regulatory change.