Shape the Future of Veteran Care as the Chief of Pulmonary Section in Historic Charleston South Carolina

Job description

The Ralph H Johnson VA Healthcare System's Pulmonary / Critical Care Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Physician (Pulmonology / Critical Care / Sleep Medicine) - Chief. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

Job Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to the following :

Perform and / or supervise procedures including central line placement, intubation, bronchoscopy, EBUS, thoracentesis and others as required.

Examine and evaluate patients for admission to the ICU

Perform and document a Critical Care Medicine consultation

Perform and document diagnostic / therapeutic procedures within the scope of individual clinical privileges.

Will be actively involved in teaching fellows, residents, and students

Participate in the educational programs for the critical care unit personnel as well as the medical staff.

Participate in monitoring the quality, safety and appropriateness of patient care.

Demonstrate ethical conduct and serve as a positive role model to others at all levels of the organization.

Participate in quality assurance programs and chart reviews.

Qualifications

Fellowship training and Board Certified / Eligible in Pulmonary Medicine

Fellowship training and Board Certified / Eligible in Critical Care Medicine

Proficiency in pulmonary and Critical Care procedures

Experience or strong interest in outpatient pulmonary / sleep clinic

Sleep Medicine Board Certification / Eligibility and experience

Working Hours

Monday - Friday 8 : 00 am- 4 : 30 pm

Skills

Leadership experience is a strong plus!