Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Altus Community Healthcare has incorporated 5 brands, with 31 facilities across various locations in Texas. ACH has many low volume, freestanding emergency centers, running 24 hours daily. Incorporated 5 brands include - Altus / Austin Emergency / Exceptional / STAT Specialty / Neighbors
This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective emergency medical care across specified locations while aligning with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. Focus is on providing high-quality patient care as part of a healthcare team.
Location : Livingston (111 Emergency Road)
Job Type :
- Full Time Physician – commitment obligations of 144 hours / month
- Part Time Physician – commitment obligations of 72 hours / month
- PRN Physician – commitment obligations of 24 hours / month
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate ER Physician to join our team. As an ER Physician, you will be responsible for providing immediate medical attention to patients who require emergency care. You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
Responsibilities :
Immediate Evaluation and Diagnosis : Assess patients’ medical conditions upon arrival in the emergency room.Administering Treatments : Provide urgent medical treatments, including performing necessary surgical procedures.Stabilization : Ensure patients are stabilized before further treatment or transfer to other medical departments.Collaboration : Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, paramedics, and specialists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.Diagnostic Tests : Interpret various diagnostic testsCommunication : Communicate effectively with patients and their families about diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment plans.Record Keeping : Document and maintain detailed records of patients’ visits, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.Professional Development : Stay updated with advancements in emergency medicine and participate in ongoing professional development activitiesPerformance KPI : The KPI framework is divided into three primary categories, each focused on enhancing patient care, operational efficiency, and provider engagement.?
Quality KPIs : Quality KPIs prioritize patient experience and clinical outcomes. Each metric is tied to a specific goal.?Throughput KPIs : Throughput KPIs evaluate operational efficiency, specifically the speed and smoothness of patient flow in the facility.?Citizenship KPI : The Citizenship KPI rewards contributions that enhance the overall team dynamic, which, while intangible, can significantly influence workplace morale and performance.?We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are a dedicated and compassionate ER Physician looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
Further Duties :
Provide high-quality medical care to patients in a freestanding ER / micro hospital serving rural and suburban communities
Diagnose and treat various medical conditions in a timely and efficient mannerCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient careCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and staff membersAdhere to all medical protocols, standards, and regulationsMaintain accurate and up-to-date medical recordsParticipate in continuous education and training to stay current with medical advancementsDemonstrate empathy, compassion, and professionalism in all interactionsUphold patient confidentiality and privacy at all timesWork efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of careRequirements : Requirements :
Completed residency with at least 2 years of ER experienceActive Texas State LicensureBLS / PALS / ACLS / ATLSExperience in a free-standing emergency department or urgent care setting (preferred)Experience managing multiple clinical sites and leading cross-functional teamsMedical degree from an accredited medical institution or programDeep knowledge of current medical practices, procedures, and equipmentExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work and think quickly in a high-stress environmentInternal, Family or Emergency Medicine backgrounds are preferred