Coastal NC Seeking Primary Care Physician
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Location
2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, North Carolina, 28560, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/25/24
As a thriving healthcare entity, we are actively seeking talented Primary Care Physicians to join our team, with opportunities available at our New Bern location.
If you are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and seeking a rewarding professional environment, we invite you to explore the possibilities with CarolinaEast Physicians.
We prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our physicians, recognizing the importance of work-life balance. Our physicians consistently express high levels of satisfaction with our compensation model and the supportive environment we cultivate.
Job Responsibilities
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Educating patients about healthy lifestyle choices, preventive measures, and disease management strategies to improve their overall health outcomes.
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures: Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests such as blood work, imaging studies, and electrocardiograms (EKGs), and performing minor surgical procedures or in-office treatments as needed.
Medication Management: Prescribing and managing medications, including reviewing medication histories, monitoring for potential drug interactions or side effects, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Referrals and Coordination of Care: Coordinating care with specialists as needed, referring patients to appropriate healthcare providers or facilities for further evaluation or treatment, and ensuring seamless transitions between different levels of care.
Patient Advocacy: Advocating for patients' needs and preferences within the healthcare system, helping them navigate complex medical decisions, and ensuring they receive high-quality, patient-centered care.
Medical Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient encounters, treatment plans, and follow-up care according to legal and professional standards.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and specialists, to provide comprehensive, interdisciplinary care and achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Community Engagement: Engaging with the local community to promote public health initiatives, participate in health screenings or outreach programs, and advocate for policies that improve access to healthcare services and address social determinants of health.
Qualifications
NC License
Working Hours
Call schedule 1:25 (phone call only)
Calls are screened through a triage service first.
Skills
Women's Health is optional