Physician

The Physician provides Direct and Indirect Patient Care and other related work as required by department/unit leader. Under indirect supervision, provides and manages direct and indirect Patient Care and other related work as required by the Chief Medical Director or Medical Director at the USC Culinary Health Center. The Physician provides Direct and Indirect Patient Care and other related work as required by CMO at Durango Clinic. Essential Duties Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population. Stresses health education and preventive medical care, where appropriate. Takes adequate histories of patients with medical problems. Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and prepares reports, as needed. Counsels on medical and/or psychological problems and may counsel patients on personal problems and health measures. Refers patients for medical and/or other treatment, when appropriate. Provides medical treatment, where appropriate. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate, including partnering with Counseling Services staff in cases presenting with mental health problems. Reviews history, examination and treatment plan made by physician assistants / nurse practitioners. Functions in supervisory role as needed. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. Maintains professional affiliations, licenses, certifications, etc. Stays current on developments in the field of medicine. Gives after‑hours calls as needed. Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Manages patients with chronic controlled and uncontrolled comorbidities. Collaborates with care coordination staff to oversee multi‑disciplinary care with various low‑risk specialists. Manages transitions of care for patients with multiple low‑risk hospitalizations. Works with contracted utilization management company to discuss patients with complex diagnosis and/or refer high‑risk patients to appropriate specialty services, including assistance in management of home health needs. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications MD or DO required. 0-1 year experience as MD; successful completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution. Ability to provide diagnostic treatment and counseling services. Ability to analyze situations and take effective action. Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, nurses, other staff, students, etc. Possess a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism. Preferred Qualifications 2 years experience as MD. Bilingual in Spanish preferred; ability to understand and to make oneself understood to all Spanish‑speaking individuals. Required Licenses/Certifications Medical Doctor: Current valid license/certification to practice medicine in the state of Nevada. DEA Certificate: Unrestricted DEA Certificate with a Nevada address. Specialty Certification: Board certified with current certificate in specialty area. Basic Life Support (BLS): Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association. Board of Pharmacy License: Valid Nevada Board of Pharmacy License. Certification – Job Relevant: Must obtain USC Credentialing from governing board within 120 days of hire. Fire Life Safety Training (LA City): If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (required within LA City only). The annual base salary range for this position is $191,360.00 – $315,744.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. #J-18808-Ljbffr