Physician (Staff Urologist)

Job Title

Staff Urologist

Job Description

Duties include but are not limited to the following: This position will be considered a leadership position with on-call, urological emergencies, and surgical duties, in addition to non-operative clinical responsibilities. This is best defined as the in-house administrative position of the service because it coordinates the Attending functions as well as the Nursing and clerical functions to maintain a clinic atmosphere most conducive to quality patient care, as well as, responsible financial management of resources. The Staff Urologist also functions as a coordinator between the other attending physicians and other team members and will help establish and maintain relations with other key services to include (but not limited to): General Surgery and Medicine, Medical Oncology, Prosthetics, Nursing, Social Work, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitative Services, Radiology, support staff, and Dietetics. Cross coverage with other surgical services may also be required. Successful inter-and intra-service and facility facilitation is a critical aspect of the position. The Staff Urologist is directly responsible to the Chief of Urology, The Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff for all clinical and administrative duties. The Staff Urologist is also responsible for coordination between the rotating Duke Residents and related staff, to fulfill the needs of the Urological Service and their patients. Provide medical and surgical care for both inpatients and outpatients in the Urology Surgery section. The Urology Surgery service encompasses a broad range of pathologic entities with both conservative as well as surgical treatment options. These patients often have severe concomitant medical problems, mental health and chronic pain issues and are multi-symptomatic. This intense interaction requires that the Urologist make and implement sound and reasonable decisions and demonstrate above average personal and team performance/cooperation. Customer Service: The Staff Urologist meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (Veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. The Staff Urologist provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the consumer constructively and appropriately.

Compensation

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Telework: This is not a telework position

Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Remote: This is not a remote position

Work Schedule: Weekends, Days, Nights & Holidays (According to the needs of the facility)