Job Description

Accountabilities

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, including but not limited to Histories, Physical exams, Daily Progress Notes and Discharge Summaries.
• Develop Differential Diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, medications, and therapies.
• Document all clinical encounters and procedures.
• Conduct Daily Rounds, do oral presentations, and perform transition of care.
• Recognize and manage urgent/emergent care situations.
• Contribute to patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide patient care in the inpatient and outpatient continually Clinic as well as in the specialty care office practices.
• Provide Chronic Disease management and preventive care in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Teaching & Supervision

• Teach and supervise medical students and junior residents.

Patient Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all ACGME rules & regulations, especially duty hour regulations and safety protocols.
• Engage in quality improvement and reporting activities.

Scholarly Activities

• Participate in research and quality improvement projects.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Fulfill residency-specific requirements as directed by the Program Director.

Minimum Requirements

• Medical Degree from an accredited LCME, COCA, or ECFMG-certified institution.
• Completion of ACGME-required pre-requisite training.

Certifications & Licenses

• Temporary or Permanent Georgia Medical License.
• DEA Registration.
• Advanced Life Support Training (ACLS, ATLS, PALS) as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in clinical reasoning, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an inter-professional team.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
• Personal & patient safety and safety of all other team members.