Nephrology Physician

Location :

Altru 1300 Columbia 1300 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201

Summary : Nephrology

Essential Job Functions :

Evaluates, provides diagnosis and treatment of patients of Altru Health System who present with injuries or illnesses. Counsels patients and advises on preventative healthcare measures.

Exercises Doctor's own judgment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients consistent with Altru's policies and standards.

Achieves the Altru Health System Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals established on an annual basis. Participates in activities and support department goals as defined by department on an annual basis.

Maintains accurate and timely documentation ensuring quality patient care and assurance of appropriate reimbursements to Altru Health System.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Doctorate within specified field of medical practice from respective accredited school.

Must be admissible to sit for either the Canadian or American Board or be certified by the Canadian Board and are members of either the Royal College of Physicians or Royal College of Surgeons, American board certification or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification. Board certification in area of specialty must be obtained within five years of employment.

Be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and / or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which they are assigned.

Physical Demands :

• Sit : Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand : Occasionally (5-33%)
• Walk : Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stoop / Bend : Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach : Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl : Not Applicable
• Squat / Crouch / Kneel : Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist : Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle / Finger / Feel : Continuously (67-100%)
• See : Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear : Continuously (67-100%)

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Driving Requirement Definitions :

Driving Requirement for this position :

Infrequent Driver

Reference ID : R1358

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