Physician in Linville, North Carolina at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

The physician provides high quality, cost-effective care to patients. Provides general and/or specialty care according to role, board certification and being approved as a member in good standing, credentialed to work and provide care by the medical staff. Acts as a role model for staff. The physician acts as the knowledge hub of the patient’s experience, ensuring the patient is receiving treatment according to all regulatory requirement, policies and procedures.

Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical, and restorative needs of each patient. The decisions and actions with patients and families are determined in an ethical manner practicing compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and unique attributes of each person. Effectively communicates with patients/families, visitors, colleagues, leadership, and volunteers. All areas of practice and care delivery are provided to achieve and maintain top decile results and outcomes for patient experience, quality, and patient safety. Follows and adheres to ARHS policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and standards of behavior. Practices within the scope of their license and in accordance with policies and procedures relative to provider standards.

Demonstrates the ARHS Mission, Vision, and Values in action and approaches work in a way that reflects a bias for action, efficiency, and personal accountability. Demonstrates professional conduct, effective communication, and effective delegation of tasks. Effectively and professionally manages working relationships with all ARHS team members in a way that promotes a healthy work environment. Responds quickly and accurately to emergencies in the work environment and/or to changes in patient condition. Always assists coworkers, patients, families, and visitors.