Surgery - General Physician

Surgery - General Physician at CommonSpirit Health summary:

A Colorectal Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee, responsible for diagnosing and treating medical conditions related to general and colorectal surgery. The role involves patient care, diagnostic procedures, team collaboration, maintaining accurate documentation, and adherence to ethical and legal standards. The position includes participation in quality improvement initiatives and continuous professional development within a collaborative healthcare environment.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

CommonSpirit Health (CHI Memorial - Chattanooga) is seeking a ColoRectal Surgeon n the greater Chattanooga, Tennessee area.

Patient Care:

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

Diagnostic Procedures:

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

Compliance:

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate for this full-time position will be:

• Board-certified / eligible in General Surgery;
• License to practice in Tennessee;
• Have PALS, BLS, ACLS certifications;
• Have an unrestricted license to practice in TN, and DEA and NPI
• And possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and share our vision to create healthier communities!

Where You'll Work

It's More Than a Job, It's A Calling. Come Grow With Us!

CHI Memorial Health Partners in partnership with CHI Memorial Hospital is excited to begin actively recruiting a Colorectal Surgeon to join our well established General Surgery team.

As a fully integrted member of the General Surgery team, the Colorectal Surgeon position will enjoy the support of a larger team dynamic. The position offers a full-time Monday through Friday schedule. Through it's parent company, CommonSpirit Health, Memorial Health Partners is proud to offer excellent benefits and robust compensation package including:

• Health and Wellness - medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k w/ matching feature
• Professional liability insurance w/tail
• Paid vacation/holiday/personal
• CME time off and allowance
• Recruiting incentives available to suit your needs!

Smart, dedicated and compassionate people are the key to our continued success. If you are one of those rare individuals, we may have the perfect career for you on our industry leading healthcare team.

Memorial Health Partners and CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:On-site childcare with extended premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO)Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible spending accountsVoluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify TheftAdoption AssistanceTuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsWellness ProgramAdditional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities

Pay Range
$200.26 - $216.35 /hour

Keywords:

Colorectal surgery, General surgery, Patient care, Diagnostic procedures, Medical treatment plans, Surgical consultation, Clinical documentation, Healthcare compliance, Quality improvement, Team collaboration