Collaborating Physician - REMOTE

Job Description

Job Description

Collaborating Physician

Location : Aiken, SC : REMOTE BUT MUST BE PRACTICING IN SC

Organization : Rural Health Services, inc.

Position Type : Available for Consultation by APRN’s

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Collaborating Physician works as part of the medical provider team, providing supervision to the health center PA’s or NP’s as appropriate. The Collaborating Physician will provide essential clinical oversight and support to a PA or NP, allowing them to practice with greater independence. Monthly salary is based on number of APRN’s covered.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight : reviewing patient charts quarterly, treatment plans and offering guidance when needed. PAs would require additional chart reviews.
• Guidance on Prescriptions and Treatment Approaches : PA’s and NP’s need their collaborating physician to approve or co-sign certain prescriptions.
• Must be readily available for consultation Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm by direct communication or HIPPA, compliant telecommunication.
• Stresses the importance of preventive health care measures.
• Participates in the clinical program of the organization according to the guidelines established for all staff physicians of similar training and board certification.
• Understands and utilizes available resources within the guidelines of evidence-based medicine, such as laboratory and radiological testing, in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner.
• Completes all records and reports assigned.
• Peer reviews every 90 days.
• Supervise up to 6 FTE NPs or PAs per shift in compliance with State and Federal Law.
• Maintain active login within the EHR, check patient cases sent directly at a minimum of 2 days a week
• Maintain RHS email login.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills / Certifications :

Current certification by the American Board of Family Practice or other appropriate specialty board.

Experience / Education Required

DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change.