Physician - General Surgeon

Overview

Central Health is looking for a skilled general surgeon to join our growing program, committed to serving the underserved community in Travis County. In close collaboration with patients, families (as defined by the patient), and staff across all disciplines and departments, this physician will be responsible for performing outpatient general surgery procedures including but not limited to screening/diagnostic colonoscopy and upper endoscopy, assisting with designing infrastructure and workflows to improve access to care, supporting evidence-based practice and improved efficiency, as well as coordinating surgical care delivery. This position will serve as both an attending to learners at various levels and may supervise advanced practice providers. This position is a full-time outpatient position. The primary focus of the role will be performing outpatient elective surgeries and procedures in an Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC). Ten percent of clinical time is allocated to administrative tasks.

This position is considered on site.

Responsibilities

 

Essential Functions

Performs upper/lower endoscopy, which may include pre and post-procedural visits, with plans to expand to lower complexity, outpatient general surgery procedures

Within scope of credentialing, performs surgeries and surgical care in an Ambulatory Surgery Center Prescribes medications and therapies related to the surgical treatment required

Instructs patients and their families regarding procedures performed, plan of care, and follow‐ up visit

Directs professional and ancillary health care staff during treatment of patients

Responds to inquiries from staff and patients regarding surgical care and treatments

Compiles patient medical data including health history, treatment plans, results of physical examination, etc. and records in electronic medical record

Actively communicates with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner in person and on the phone

Works in tandem with the Central Health operations and clinical leaders to ensure a collaborative team-oriented environment

Demonstrates professional management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines

Actively interact with peers, executives, employees, and consultants in a manner that represents Central Health positively

Supports, leads, and models the vision, mission, and values of Central Health

Serves as the champion for initiatives that may impact the operations of Central Health and/or the quality of patient care

Plans, promotes, demonstrates, recommends, and coordinate high standards of medical practice

Demonstrates knowledge and success in affecting overall clinical operations

Shows proficiency in the use of a computer, software packages, and office machines

Work within the scope of credentialing privileges

Perform other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/Preferred

 

 

 M.D. or D.O. from an accredited educational institution. Completion of an accredited residency in General Surgery.

Required

 

       

 

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/Preferred

 

 

2 years of clinical and surgical experience

Required

 

 

 5 years of general surgical experience with 2 years in leadership experience

Preferred

 

 

icenses and Certifications

  

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/Preferred

 

  

 

Unrestricted License to practice medicine in the state of Texas.

Upon Hire

Required

 

  

 

Board Certification or passage of Board Certification Examination from applicable credentialing body within two years of employment.

within 2 Years

Required

 

  

DEA License

Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration for the purpose of writing prescription. 

Upon Hire

Required

 

  

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Basic Life Support (BLS) ‐ Obtained through approved American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Upon Hire