Physician-Part-time

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 College/Department Information At Student Health Services (SHS) our mission is to foster positive patient outcomes by providing professional medical and psychiatric services for Augusta University students. We prioritize patient safety, quality healthcare, professionalism, and compassion as our service standards. We aim to assist each student to achieve and maintain holistic well-being in order to reach their maximum potential within the academic (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) programs at Augusta University. Job Summary Provide healthcare services to patients and perform a variety of duties in the assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in the ambulatory clinic setting. PROVIDE CARE: Provide primary medical care to patients who present to the Student Health Clinic for acute/urgent symptoms and those seeking routine medical care through effective history taking, physical assessment, and determination of appropriate differential diagnoses based on clinical guidelines. Provide telehealth services via an approved platform to the patient population of Student Health Services. DIAGNOSE: Based on patients' subjective and objective findings, order appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures in order to create a differential diagnosis. Develop an applicable treatment plan and disposition that is consistent with clinical care best practice guidelines. Participate in e-prescribing as a capability in serving the patient population of Student Health Services. HEALTH EDUCATION: Provide patients with applicable health education and prevention information based on age-specific guidelines, regarding medications, mistreatments, anticipated outcomes, and referrals. DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITIES: Participate in departmental activities that are not direct patient care, such as working on policies and procedures, developing nursing standing orders, working with leadership on risk management and other quality improvement activities, working on compliance with applicable clinical and administrative accreditation standards, and participation in departmental and division meetings and activities, as requested. Additional duties as assigned by the Associate Director and Director of Student Health Services or the University. OTHER : Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university's school of medicine/osteopathic medicine and an internal medicine, family medicine, pediatrics, or emergency medicine residency program with an active and unrestricted physician license in the state of Georgia. Board eligible or Board certified in the medical discipline as trained (listed above). Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS certification or obtain within the first year of employment. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an ambulatory care setting, preferably with a college-age population. Experience in providing gender-based healthcare and patient health education. Experience working in a team of health care providers, and managing low acuity mental health diagnoses and treatment plans. Experience using electronic health records, PDMP, and e-prescribing. Experience with managing bloodborne pathogen exposures and prophylaxis management. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. Awareness of infection prevention policies and the ability to follow established best practice guidelines for quality and safety in a healthcare organization.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to complete delegated tasks on time, and attention to accuracy with documentation and written communication. Demonstrate an excellent customer service attitude. Proficient in technology skills with multiple platforms, such as Microsoft, Adobe, and EHR platforms for documentation, tracking, and presentations.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team of providers, clinical staff, and administrative staff to serve a varying student population. Certifications/License Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days; M-F This is a part-time non-benefits eligible position (.40 FTE or 16.0 hours per week) Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clayton State University