At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality,
efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our
community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our
employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued,
they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing
safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your
career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and
for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
To provide medical expertise and oversight of care that is being provided
through the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System. The physician is expected to
exercise the highest level of expertise in order to optimize quality of care.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Medicine
Licenses/Certifications:
* Board certified or Board eligible
* Current state medical license
* Current Federal Drug Enforcement Agency license
* Staff privileges at all the hospitals for which coverage is being provided
* Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life Certification
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
* Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Exhibits teamwork skills that facilitate interchange between
multidisciplinary health care workers in order to provide quality patient
care/outcomes
* Superior problem solving skills
* Is articulate and an active listener
* Addresses issues/concerns with the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System in a
timely fashion
Principal Accountabilities
* Directs patient care throughout the health care system via Consult Orders.
* Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary
care provider.
* Communicates with the attending physician, nurse, family, and other treatment
team members when appropriate, in order to obtain the appropriate patient
care plan.
* Effectively communicates with treatment team in a timely and professional
manner to provide quality psychiatric care to patients throughout the
healthcare system.
* Complies with best practices and other care directives. Follows Performance
Improvement initiatives.
* Works with Memorial Hermann Physicians, Risk Managers, and Case Managers
towards resolution of clinical, administrative or technical problems.
* Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to MH compliance privacy
policies.
* Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial
Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications
including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of
service.
* Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting
requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency;
supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the
organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced
staff.
* Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by
creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial
Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and
efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
* Other duties as assigned.