Physician Orthopedics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

We are seeking a General Orthopedic Surgeon to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive orthopedic care to adult and pediatric patients in a rural health clinic setting. Including direct patient care in the outpatient rural health clinic, surgical care in the operating room, and on-call obligations for the critical access hospital with Level IV Trauma designation. The surgeon will participate in quality assurance programs, peer review processes, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. The position also entails involvement in administrative tasks, utilization review activities, and attendance at clinic, department, and hospital meetings as required by Livingston HealthCare Medical Staff Bylaws.

• Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. This encompasses preventive care, routine check-ups, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• On-call Critical Access Hospital pediatric coverage typically includes ~eight, 24-hour shifts per month managing newborn resuscitation, pediatric critical illness stabilization and transfer, hospital admission with comprehensive inpatient care and coverage of the, "Kids Care Line," that answers family phone calls from the clinic.
• Monitor patients' health status, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and provide ongoing support to promote disease control and quality of life.
• Prescribe and educate patients about the purpose, dosage, and potential side effects of prescribed medications to promote medication adherence and safety.
• Offer patient-centered education and counseling on various health-related topics, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
• Manage care transitions, communicate effectively with other members of the healthcare team, and advocate for continuity of care to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate actively in Livingston HealthCare’s quality assurance programs to maintain and enhance the standard of care.
• Engage in the peer review process to contribute to ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with annual education requirements and regulatory standards.
• Complete all required administrative tasks, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of provided services for billing purposes.
• Livingston HealthCare Highlights
• 24 / 7 lab, imaging and respiratory services.
• LHC is one of just nine hospitals in Montana certified as  Baby-Friendly®
• Facility built in 2015 and designed intentionally as a healing environment. Known as "The Biggest Art Gallery in Livingston" with pieces donated by prolific artists in the region.
• Amenities include :

Café Fresh (Livingston HealthCare's cafeteria) featuring an award-winning Farm to Institution Program.

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