Geriatrics job opening: Berwyn, IL
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Geriatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Berwyn, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
6/15/24
**Primary Care Opening in Chicago, IL**_x000D_
Located in Berwyn_x000D_
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Seeking board certified or eligible primary care physician. _x000D_
* Bilingual (Spanish) required. _x000D_
* Urgent Need_x000D_
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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:_x000D_
* Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs._x000D_
* Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families._x000D_
* Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs._x000D_
* Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments._x000D_
* Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care._x000D_
* Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients._x000D_
* Orders studies, test and ancillary services._x000D_
* Documents all services in patient medical record._x000D_
* Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention._x000D_
* Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients._x000D_
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations._x000D_
* Other duties as assigned and modified at managers discretion._x000D_
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:_x000D_
* Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques._x000D_
* Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment._x000D_
* Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette._x000D_
* Performs in a tactful and professional manner_x000D_
* Fluent in English and Spanish._x000D_
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:_x000D_
* MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty required_x000D_
* Must be able to obtain a State Medical License or already have a current, active State Medical License for the state(s) in which he/she will be working_x000D_
* Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty is preferred. Board Eligibility is required_x000D_
* Once Board certified, PCP will maintain board certification in their specialty by doing necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required_x000D_
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required_x000D_
* Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances