Clinical Associate

Clinical AssociateRoles and ResponsibilitiesClinical Associate Suburban HospitalRole OverviewServe as lead Cardiac Surgeon Suburban HospitalClinical Associate position governed by Johns Hopkins University (JHU) policiesEngagement begins upon successful completion of all credentialing and onboarding requirementsPhysician must maintain all necessary licensure and approvals throughout the service periodPreconditions to Service Start DateSatisfactory criminal background checkSatisfactory pre-employment health assessmentFor non-U.S. citizens: appropriate visa status for the full engagement periodCompletion of I-9 and confirmation of U.S. work authorizationFull credentialing, including:Active medical licensure in Maryland and the District of ColumbiaBoard certification in relevant specialtyAuthority to prescribe medications (DEA registration and state-specific drug control licenses)Appointment with full privileges at:Suburban hospitalEligibility to participate in:Medicare and MedicaidManaged care arrangements affiliated with JHU and its partnersMedical ServicesProvide expert evaluation and management of heart donor cases during assigned on-call shiftsDeliver care in alignment with clinical protocols, ethical standards, and legal requirementsExercise independent medical judgment consistent with professional standards and patient best interestsEnsure all care is consistent with JHU clinical and administrative policiesClinical Documentation and ComplianceComplete medical records and donor-related documentation promptly and accuratelySubmit all required billing forms, clinical notes, and service documentation per JHU guidelinesMaintain compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies on medical recordkeepingUnderstand that all patient records are the property of JHUPhysician may access necessary records per legal requirements and institutional policyPost-employment access is not permitted unless a patient requests record release in writingLocation of ServicePrimary location: SuburbanJHU may provide written notice in the event of any service location changes