We are seeking a Fill-In / Locum Optometrist (OD) to provide coverage for scheduled time off and occasional clinic needs. This is a contract-based role with advance scheduling (typically 2+ months notice).
This opportunity is ideal for an optometrist looking for flexible clinical work in a well-supported, patient-focused environment.
1 exam lane
Average 8-10 patients per day
Supportive clinical and administrative staff
Focus on quality care and patient experience
Compensation
Daily rate: $400 – $800 per day, depending on experience
Flexible, pre-scheduled coverage dates
What You’ll Do in This Role
Primarily tasks, duties, and responsibilities below:
Provide comprehensive eye exams, including routine vision care and medical optometry
Conduct contact lens fittings and follow-ups, as needed
Maintain accurate and timely patient records
Deliver a high level of patient education and communication to support long-term eye health
Collaborate with clinic staff to ensure smooth patient flow and positive patient experience
Exercise clinical judgment in diagnosis, treatment, and referrals
Uphold all clinic standards, protocols, and patient care expectations
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable regulations
Additional duties as assigned
Our Team
Our team currently consists of Dr. Patrick Knighton, plus an Optician Apprentice, an Optometric Tech, a Billing Specialist, a Receptionist, and Fractional HR support.
We operate as a collaborative, patient-centered team focused on delivering thoughtful, high-quality care.
Ideal Candidate Profile
An ideal candidate is a licensed optometrist who values patient relationships, clear communication, and a consistent standard of care. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys working independently in a calm setting while being supported by an experienced team.
Qualifications
Education & Licensure
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution
Active Washington State Optometry License in good standing
Skills & Experience
Experience providing comprehensive eye exams in a clinical setting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first approach
Ability to work independently in a single-provider clinic environment
Comfortable with both vision and medical optometry
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to adapt to established clinic workflows and protocols
Schedule & Flexibility
Coverage primarily needed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Dates scheduled in advance (typically 2+ months notice)
Opportunity for ongoing, repeat coverage based on fit
Additional Information
Fill-in ODs must carry their own malpractice insurance.
Credentialing requirements may apply depending on payor mix
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note outlining your availability and interest in fill-in opportunities.
HealBridge is an emerging healthcare company transforming wound care delivery across Texas. Our mission is to deliver compliance-first wound care, empowering clinicians with advanced technology, evidence-based protocols, and ethical practices to improve outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, and heal wounds.
As a Vascular Surgeon joining our growing clinical team, you'll play a critical role in shaping how we care for patients in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
Position Overview
HealBridge is seeking a board-certified Vascular Surgeon to provide part-time vascular consultation and procedural care support for patients residing in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Long-Term Care (LTC) settings across the Dallas, Texas market.
This role is ideal for an experienced vascular specialist who values schedule flexibility, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for an underserved population. You'll operate on a flexible weekly schedule, rounding at SNF/LTC facilities and performing vascular procedures in an Office-Based Laboratory (OBL) setting. You'll collaborate with HealBridge Nurse Practitioners and Medical Directors as clinically appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Round at contracted SNF/LTC facilities, conducting bedside vascular consultations and evaluating patients with arterial insufficiency, venous disease, peripheral artery disease (PAD), diabetic foot complications, and related conditions.
Perform vascular procedures in an Office-Based Laboratory (OBL) setting on procedure days.
Provide clinical guidance on vascular wound management, including recommendations for revascularization, offloading, compression therapy, and amputation risk reduction.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Maintain the highest standards of compliance, professionalism, and patient confidentiality.
Requirements
Education & Licensure: M.D. or D.O. with board certification in Vascular Surgery (ABVS or equivalent); active, unrestricted Texas medical license in good standing.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-residency clinical experience; experience with geriatric, SNF, or LTC populations preferred.
Credentials: Current unrestricted DEA registration (Texas).
Availability: Part-time; flexible scheduling coordinated with the HealBridge operations team based on facility census and clinical need.
Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid Texas driver's license for travel between SNF/LTC facilities and OBLs.
Technical Skills: Comfortable using electronic medical record (EMR) systems and documentation tools.
Professional Skills: Strong clinical judgment, collaborative communication style, and a patient-first mindset.
Why Join HealBridge
A Company with Purpose: Be part of a team building something from the ground up — where your clinical expertise directly shapes the standard of care.
People First Culture: At HealBridge, we're building a culture of trust, compassion, and continuous learning. We believe healing starts with our people — when clinicians feel supported, empowered, and valued, that care radiates to every patient we serve.
Flexibility: Engage on a part-time, contractor basis with scheduling that fits your existing practice or lifestyle.
Career Growth Ahead: As HealBridge expands, so will opportunities for deeper collaboration, leadership, and expanded scope within our clinical network.
What You'll Love About This Role
Autonomy and flexibility in your schedule
Direct patient impact in a population that truly needs specialized vascular expertise
Collaborative, physician-led leadership team passionate about innovation in wound care
The chance to help define how vascular consultation is integrated into mobile wound care delivery
DescriptionSummary:The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.Responsibilities:Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessaryIndependently assesses all patient types as assignedDemonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgmentin decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testingInterprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goalsReassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arisesIdentifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makesRequirements:Doctorate Prof preferredBachelor's degree requiredLPT License in state of employment requiredBLS requiredWork Schedule:MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type:Full Time
OverviewLooking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, youll be part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. Youll have opportunities to make a difference. From our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact. HonorHealth offers a diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team members designed to help you and your family live your best lives. Visit honorhealth.com/benefits to learn more. Join us. Lets go beyond expectations and transform healthcare together. HonorHealth is one of Arizonas largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million people in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The comprehensive network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group with primary, specialty and urgent care services, a cancer care network, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, an accountable care organization, community services and more. With nearly 17,000 team members, 3,700 affiliated providers and close to 2,000 volunteers dedicated to providing high quality care, HonorHealth strives to go beyond the expectations of a traditional healthcare system to improve the health and well-being of communities across Arizona. Learn more at HonorHealth.com.ResponsibilitiesJob SummaryProvides direct patient care in accordance with evidence based treatment guidelines. They will deliver care in a team-centered approach; interact with patients and families to keep them informed and engaged in the decisions and direction of health care; provide counseling education and resource information on wellness, prevention of illness and health maintenance; and refer patients as appropriate for specialty care services and educational training for their conditions.Essential FunctionsProvides direct patient care to patients at the practice site in accordance with evidence based treatment guidelines in a Patient Centered Medical Home model. Delivers well care as well as a team centered approach to management of chronic disease states to improve the health of the practices patients. Interacts with patients and families to keep them informed and engaged in the decisions and direction of their health care. Provides counseling education and resource information on wellness, prevention of illness and health maintenance. Refers patients as appropriate for specialty care services and educational training as appropriate for their conditions.Uses disease registries to identify gaps and out of range values in care delivery to utilize support services and care managers to improve metrics of healthcare status.Participates in improving perceived and actual access to care for patients through participation in process improvement to deliver same day appointments and extended hours of availability. Works with the process team to improve efficiencies of care delivery in the office setting to utilize top of license care by the office team.Maintains, monitors and ensures accurate and timely documentation of patient encounter records to meet criteria set forth by coding guidelines, CMS, HIPAA and other governmental regulations.Works with Practice Development and Improvement Manager on the application process and assist practice in achieving benchmarks toward Patient Centered Medical Home status and NCQA certification. Participates in clinical integration including process improvement, working with care managers, and coordinating transition of care to specialists and inpatient services. Provide timely follow up following inpatient discharge for transition of care to the outpatient setting.Acts in a fiscally responsible manner. Strives to deliver value (quality/cost) to the patient by giving the right care by the right individual at the right time.Regularly attends meetings and events.EducationM.D. or D.O - RequiredExperienceOther Member of HonorHealth medical staff. - RequiredOther Bilingual-Spanish - PreferredLicenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support (BLS) BLS - RequiredBoard Certified or eligible - RequiredPhysicianMD - Physician - State Licensure Current State of Arizona or other compact state Medical license. - RequiredFingerprint Clearance Card - State Have a current Fingerprint Clearance card, or within seven (7) working days after employment shall apply and be eligible for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites ONLY) - Required
The Floating Hospital Job OpportunityFounded in 1866, The Floating Hospital (TFH), is one of the last remaining charity hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was more than 150 years ago:unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors, regardless of immigration and insurance status, or the ability to pay. The Floating Hospital welcomes individuals of all ages, from infants, school age children (5+), youth and adults. TFH is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest provider to homeless families living in family shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout all five boroughs.Patient Care:Provide medical care to TFH pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.Take relevant patient history.Identify patient needs and make diagnoses.Perform complete well-care examinations, including complete physicals.Perform complete gynecological histories and physical examinations as indicated.Write prescriptions and inform patients about medications prescribed.Complete medical forms and documentation related to patient care.Answer patient telephone inquiries as needed.Make referrals to other agencies and providers, with follow-up care provided.Assist with immunization and phlebotomy as needed to ensure smooth patient flow.Encourage health promotion, disease prevention, and health maintenance. Provide health education on topics including preventative medicine and counseling on chronic diseases, as well as parenting, prenatal, nutrition, family-planning, medication usage and stress management.Provide patient advocacy, as appropriate for site.Work in a supervisory role with mid-levels and collaboratively with specialists for consultation and referral purposes.Participate in Peer Review process, as defined by The Floating Hospital.Provide technical assistance and teach Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.Maintain ultimate responsibility for directing the course of patient's medical treatment.Participate in case-conference and case management activities.Participate in the On-Call list, on a rotation basis.Administrative/Education Duties:Participate in quality improvement activities.Participate and develop medical protocols with Clinical Guidelines Committee, for implementation by TFH staff.Collaborate with Benefits Counselors and Outreach staff to ensure appropriate patient scheduling and flow.Collaborate with HIM supervisor to ensure appropriate documentation procedures.Observe, implement, and promote federal regulations as defined by HIPAA and Policies and Procedures of The Floating Hospital.Nurse Practitioner and Physician Collaborative Agreement:As part of this job description, the Physician will supervise mid-level practitioners in accordance with the terms of the collaborative agreement.EMR Access includes the following actions/areas:Demographic, Registration, Appointment/Scheduling, Scanning, Triage, PMH/Vitals, Orders, Immunizations/PPD, Progress Note, Reporting, Labs, Medical Summary, Telephone Encounters.Environment:The Physician will perform duties in The Floating Hospital clinic and at shelters connected with the agency. The Physician will have rooms in which to provide examinations and will have a workspace in which to perform his/her administrative job functions. The agency observes a no-smoking policy.RequirementsMedical Degree from an accredited institution; New York State Medical license; New York State Medical Board Certification; minimum of two years' clinical experience preferable; ability to speak Spanish or other languages preferable.
Physician Part-Time Full-Time Per Diem Overview We are seeking a Physician to join our dedicated and supportive physician-owned private healthcare team.We serve patients of all ages in the setting of primary care & urgent care.As a key member of our medical team, you will work closely with a supervising physician, medical assistants, and other Advanced Practice Providers.Our clinical support staff deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.This position offers a unique opportunity to practice and learn while serving a diverse patient population, and truly make a difference in the community.Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including detailed medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments.Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in both urgent and primary care settings.Formulate individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians as needed.Order and interpret laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic tests.Perform in-office procedures such as suturing, Pelvic exams, I&D, splinting, wound care, injections, family planning services and more.Prescribe medications responsibly and manage ongoing therapies.Provide preventive care, health counseling, and chronic disease management.Educate patients on wellness, lifestyle modification, and medication compliance.Document all encounters accurately and efficiently in the EMR system.Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, coordinated care.Qualifications Active and unrestricted California license (required).BLS/ACLS certification (current and in good standing).Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.Proficiency with EMR systems and strong multitasking ability.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with supervising physicians and staff.Ability to adhere to professionalism and clinic policies.Practice evidence-based medicine.Why Join Us Competitive salary and benefits.Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.Supportive, team-oriented environment with autonomy in patient care.Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education.Modern, well-equipped facility serving a loyal patient community.If you're a compassionate, motivated Provider looking to practice meaningful medicine and grow with a respected healthcare team, we'd love to hear from you.Job Types:Full-time, Part-time, Internship Pay:$90.00 - $125.00 per hour Benefits:401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s):What is the best phone number to reach you for a quick pre-interview call? Are you a new grad? Years of experience in Primary and/or Urgent Care? MD/DO? Language:Spanish or Farsi (Preferred) Ability to Commute:Running Springs, CA 92382 (Required) Work Location:In person.
Pediatric Musculoskeletal PhysicianUnder the general supervision of the Urgent Care Medical Director, coordinates the care of pediatric patients in the outpatient and the urgent care settings managing acute, chronic, surgical and congenital musculoskeletal conditions. The physician is responsible for providing musculoskeletal care in the urgent care setting, including fracture treatment.Duties and Responsibilities:Evaluates and diagnose pediatric musculoskeletal conditions, including traumatic injuries (fractures and dislocations), infections, and others.Performs therapeutic procedures, such as non-operative outpatient orthopedic procedures; including fracture and dislocation reduction; injections and aspirations; splinting; application and removal of casts and other orthopedic appliances as needed. OIC will provide fracture management/reduction training to ensure competency.Orders, reviews and interprets diagnostic studies.Competent at administering and managing patients receiving conscious sedation for fracture/dislocation reductions performed in the urgent care.Manages non-surgical orthopedic problems independently; consults with orthopedic surgeons regarding surgical problems and follow up.Takes patient histories, assessments, and develops a plan of care based on evidence base care.Makes independent decisions following California laws and regulations.Documents medical information and completes charts on timely basis.Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members.Works effectively with physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physicians and other team members to meet comprehensive care needs.Provides patient and family education.Maintains ongoing personal and professional education.Conducts chart reviews for advanced practice providers.May act as clinical preceptor to physician assistants and nurse practitioners.Performs other duties as assigned or requested.Required Qualifications:Graduated from an accredited medical school and residency program AND have a current unrestricted valid license to practice medicine in the State of California, including DEA license, NPI, ACLS and PALS.Fluoroscopy X-Ray Supervisor and Operator Certificate, issued by the California Department of Public Health.Must be comfortable seeing pediatric patients who are between the ages of 2 and 18 years of age.Preferred Qualifications:Completion of an accredited fellowship in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine, or Med/Peds combined preferred.Board eligible/certification in specialty area preferred.Experience as an Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine or Sports Medicine preferred.Proficiency in musculoskeletal ultrasound guided procedures and imaging.Coordinate and collaborate with musculoskeletal specialists at OIC and UCLA in an integrated multi-specialty organization.Special Requirements:Must be flexible and able to adapt to rapid changes in pace, volume and schedule changes needed to accommodate operational needs of the organization.Must be willing to occasionally increase/add clinics.Must be available to work variable shift schedules including some weekend days and rotating between Outpatient Clinic and Urgent Care Center.
Pediatric Musculoskeletal PhysicianUnder the general supervision of the Urgent Care Medical Director, coordinates the care of pediatric patients in the outpatient and the urgent care settings managing acute, chronic, surgical and congenital musculoskeletal conditions. The physician is responsible for providing musculoskeletal care in the urgent care setting, including fracture treatment.Duties and Responsibilities:Evaluates and diagnose pediatric musculoskeletal conditions, including traumatic injuries (fractures and dislocations), infections, and others.Performs therapeutic procedures, such as non-operative outpatient orthopedic procedures; including fracture and dislocation reduction; injections and aspirations; splinting; application and removal of casts and other orthopedic appliances as needed. OIC will provide fracture management/reduction training to ensure competency.Orders, reviews and interprets diagnostic studies.Competent at administering and managing patients receiving conscious sedation for fracture/dislocation reductions performed in the urgent care.Manages non-surgical orthopedic problems independently; consults with orthopedic surgeons regarding surgical problems and follow up.Takes patient histories, assessments, and develops a plan of care based on evidence base care.Makes independent decisions following California laws and regulations.Documents medical information and completes charts on timely basis.Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members.Works effectively with physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physicians and other team members to meet comprehensive care needs.Provides patient and family education.Maintains ongoing personal and professional education.Conducts chart reviews for advanced practice providers.May act as clinical preceptor to physician assistants and nurse practitioners.Performs other duties as assigned or requested.Required Qualifications:Graduated from an accredited medical school and residency program AND have a current unrestricted valid license to practice medicine in the State of California, including DEA license, NPI, ACLS and PALS.Fluoroscopy X-Ray Supervisor and Operator Certificate, issued by the California Department of Public Health.Must be comfortable seeing pediatric patients who are between the ages of 2 and 18 years of age.Preferred Qualifications:Completion of an accredited fellowship in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine, or Med/Peds combined preferred.Board eligible/certification in specialty area preferred.Experience as an Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine or Sports Medicine preferred.Proficiency in musculoskeletal ultrasound guided procedures and imaging.Coordinate and collaborate with musculoskeletal specialists at OIC and UCLA in an integrated multi-specialty organization.Special Requirements:Must be flexible and able to adapt to rapid changes in pace, volume and schedule changes needed to accommodate operational needs of the organization.Must be willing to occasionally increase/add clinics.Must be available to work variable shift schedules including some weekend days and rotating between Outpatient Clinic and Urgent Care Center.
PhysicianHoward Brown Health is a nationally recognized leader in LGBTQhealth and wellness. Our commitment to inclusive and affirming care has made us a cornerstone of the Chicago community. At Howard Brown, we believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals and enriches lives.Why Join Us?Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to health equity and social justice.Work in a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent environment.Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development.Comprehensive benefits package.Contribute to groundbreaking health initiatives and research.BenefitsEmployer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance with two PPO plans and an HMO plan.BCBS HMO, PPO, and PPO Select PlansBCBS DentalBCBS VisionPaid Time Off:3-weeks paid vacation and 1-week of personal time, 12 accrued sick days per year, 10 paid holidays, including Juneteenth, PTO Exchange allows employees to turn unused PTO into liquid assets401k program with up to 5% employer match after 90 daysEmployer-paid basic life insurance valued at one times the annual salaryVoluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-term and Long-term disabilityPre-tax commuter and parking benefit accountFlexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent careTuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs; NHSC & PSLFEmployee Assistance Program with 5 employer-paid counseling sessions50% off at Brown Elephant Resale Shops and discounts at local businessesSalary: The position salary range is $212,944/annual - $269,216.25/annualWhat you can expect:The role of the Physician in a community setting is a response to society's demand for accessible quality health care to all populations regardless of socio-economic status. Individual accountabilities and work volume will be established through the development of annual Success Objectives, within the framework outlined below.This position requires the ability and willingness to work some nights and weekend shifts as required to align with community health needs. The position may require mobile health initiatives as part of the role. A knowledge of Chicago's south side communities and cultural competency with a diverse patient population, including African American/Black community members is crucial.How you will make an impact:Facilitates entry of the patient into the health care system, by assessing the primary health care needs, including eliciting comprehensive health histories, performing physical examinations, ordering and/or performing pertinent diagnostic tests, analyzing collected data to determine client health status and formulating a problem list (diagnosis.)Provides coordinated, continuous and culturally competent primary health care to clients that span the health continuum through mutual goal setting and planning delivery of carePrescribes a variety of treatment modalities to meet health and illness needsCollaborates with advanced practice nurses and community health nurses and other medical providers to assure that health teaching and counseling is providedMeets average monthly provider productivity standards including but not limited to number of visitsWill follow role assignments that are in alignment with the Patient Centered Medical Home Standards, and participate in all Patient Centered Medical Home effortsManages and evaluates the plan of care, process and outcome and then modifies the plan as neededAdheres to collaborative practice principles of respect and joint decision making when:Providing clinical supervision of the medical care delivered by the Physician Assistants (PA-C's). Serving as a collaborating physician to Advance Practice Nurses (APN's). Consulting with health team members about managing the client treatment plan. Following clinical practice standards (protocols) related to each health care providers role and responsibilities.Assures access and continuity of care by providing call for after-hours coverage. Assures continuity by obtaining hospital privileges at designated hospitalsCollaborates with other multidisciplinary professionals and community agencies to provide high quality careSeeks opportunities for community and professional outreach to maintain and increase patient referral base Outreach activities can include, but are not limited to:Providing training and presentations on health care issues to multi-disciplinary professionals and community agencies. Attend community health fairs. Disseminate information about health center and services provided to other agencies or health care professionals.Coordinates services in conjunction with other team members to meet patient's primary health care needs and to ensure the continuity of care.Incorporates and disseminates research findings as a basis for practice and to improve health care outcomes.Assumes the responsibility for maintaining competence in clinical practice by:Engaging in mentor relationships with experienced mid-level providers and physicians to gain clinical expertise. Developing and maintaining a patient panel as clinical competence is achieved to enhance continuity of care and meet Organization productivity standards. Participating in appropriate educational activities in order to maintain Board certification and continue professional growth.Provides cost effective Organization productivity requirements by practicing collaboratively with the advanced practice nurses and the community health nurses to prevent the duplication of services.Practices within the legal and ethical guidelines established by the Medical Practice Act, the Physicians Code of Ethics and the Specialty Standards of Practice.Documents comprehensive, accurate and continual data on clients' records and program reports according to Organization standards.Adheres to professional standards as outlined by governmental bodies, American Medical Association (AMA), American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG), American College of Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians, American academy of nurse practitioners, American academy of physician assistants, private funding sources, Organization plans/policies and Unit guidelines. Participates in periodic evaluative reviews and/or in-house and external staff training to ensure that he/she understands and continues to adhere to such standards.What you will bring to Howard Brown Health:Education and/or Experience:Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Medical Association with a Doctor of Medicine degree or accredited by the American Osteopathic Association with a doctor of Osteopathy degree. If medical education occurred at a foreign medical school, the applicant must possess a current Educational Council Foreign Medical Graduate (ECFMG) certificate. Successful completion of an approved program of residency. Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients and the general public.Knowledge of the principles and practice of medicine and the structure and function of community health centers.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Skills in communicating effectively with patients and their families.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Active Illinois Physician licensure, plus current DEA registration, Board certification in a specialty area (must be completed within two years of employment), documentation of a Medical Degree from an accredited school of Medicine, documentation of residency completion in a specialty area from an accredited residency program and Physician National Data Bank verification of legal claims history.
The Geriatric Physician will be responsible for providing medical care in the PACE Center and other entities as assigned. The Physician will provide general leadership across the health system as it relates to medical issues, trends, and training of key staff.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.? Provide comprehensive inpatient care to the residents and patients of MorseLife HealthSystem.? Work as a key member of the medical team working closely with staff managing the medical care of residents and patients.? Monitors and ensures key quality outcomes with residents/patients; establishes protocols Participate and lead quality improvement programs across MorseLife HealthSystem Meet the unique and growing needs of complex and frail elderly patients.? Provides on call coverage, in collaboration with other physicians, on a rotational basis.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDoes not supervise others.Job DescriptionTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Graduate of an accredited Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency training program andBoard Certified/Board Prepared with the American Board of Medical Specialties. GeriatricFellowship in Geriatrics preferred. Licensed in the State of Florida. Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges.WORKING HOURSThis position requires constant communication and availability to line staff and leadershipThis position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For information on the requirements, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at https://info.flclearinghouse.com