Express Care Physician Job at Granville Health System, Creedmoor, NC

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  • Granville Health System
  • Creedmoor, NC

Job Description

Location: Granville Primary Care Butner Creedmoor

Position Summary: The Express Care Physician provides immediate, high-quality, and patient-centered care in a fast-paced urgent care environment. This role involves examining and treating episodic illnesses, minor injuries, and work-related health problems as well as performing specialized occupation health exams (including Department of Transportation (DOT) and Sheriff Standard fitness for duty exams). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling a wide range of acute conditions, injuries and illnesses and a thorough understanding of occupational health requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

  • Conduct thorough assessments, including history taking and physical examinations.
  • Diagnose and treat acute medical conditions, injuries, and illnesses.
  • Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans and follow-up care.

Emergency Response:

  • Provide urgent medical care for non-life-threatening emergencies.
  • Perform minor procedures as needed, such as suturing, splinting, and wound care.

Collaboration:

  • Work closely with nursing staff, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
  • Consult with specialists when necessary and make appropriate referrals.

Documentation:

  • Accurately document patient encounters, including medical history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care, in electronic health records (EHR) in a timely manner.

Patient Education:

  • Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.
  • Provide clear instructions for follow-up care and management.

Quality and Compliance:

  • Adhere to clinical guidelines and protocols to ensure high-quality patient care. Comply with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and organizational policies.

Professional Development:

  • Stay current with medical advancements, best practices, and continuing education requirements.
  • Participate in professional organizations and conferences relevant to primary care.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • Licensure: Current, unrestricted medical license in NC or eligibility for licensure.
  • Board certification : Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine is preferred.
  • Experience: Prior experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or a similar fast-paced clinical setting is highly desirable.
  • Skills: Strong clinical skills with the ability to diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of conditions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and make quick, informed decisions. Proficiency with EHR systems and basic computer applications.
  • Certifications: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications required.

Working Conditions:

  • Environment: The position is based in an express care clinic setting, which may involve exposure to a range of patient conditions and potential for high patient volume.
  • Hours: 40 hours for one week, followed by one week off. The schedule alternates on a bi-weekly basis. The practice is open Monday through Friday (7:30 am-6:00 pm) and Saturday (8:00 am-2:00 pm). The physician's schedule includes both clinical and administrative time, with occasional weekend coverage as needed.

  • Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
  • Manual dexterity to perform procedures and handle medical equipment.
  • Capability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds as needed.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Continuing medical education (CME) allowance
  • Opportunities for professional development

Job Tags

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