Physician - Rheumatology

Physician - Rheumatology

Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group is a leading healthcare provider serving the Fort Worth community with a comprehensive range of medical services. As the clinical practice group affiliated with JPS Health Network, Acclaim is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a variety of specialties. Our services include primary care, family medicine, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, and specialty care, as well as advanced hospital and outpatient services. With a focus on innovation, compassion, and accessibility, Acclaim strives to improve the health and well-being of every patient we serve.

The Department of Internal Medicine is currently seeking a Full-Time Rheumatologist to join our team. The Department of Internal Medicine provides specialty services across the continuum of care at JPS. We currently have over 90 providers who work in a variety of different locations including the Main Hospital, Ambulatory Surgery Center, and our Community Medicine Clinics. Our specialties include Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Critical Care, Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Dermatology and Rheumatology.

The Physician is responsible for administering and interpreting all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations within the inpatient and/or outpatient setting. This position will also educate patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments; may also conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's healthcare provider.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Outpatient clinic - one office coverage
• Inpatient call coverage
• Procedures
• Administrative time
• Ultrasound available in clinic
• Onsite laboratory, imaging, infusion center, and pharmacy
• EPIC EMR system
• Virtual visit options

Key Competencies:

• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient safety, efficiency, and equitable healthcare delivery.
• Proficiency in the use of electronic health records (EHR).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Allowed Paid Time Off (ATO)
• CME/Professional Expense Allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Retirement options

Duties and Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinates the multidisciplinary care delivered to all patients, to optimize patient care.
• Reviews patient medical charts to diagnose, treat, and provide care management and education to patients and families.
• Makes appropriate patient referrals as necessary.
• Monitors guidelines for the management of care and for ensuring the services are delivered in compliance with the guidelines established by JPS Health Network and Acclaim Physician Group.
• Provides evidence-based and compassionate care to all patients as assigned to improve patient outcomes and increase patient satisfaction scores. Demonstrates patient centered and patient valued behavior.
• Maintains a collaborative environment with other referring physicians, residents, clinical staff, and support staff to provide quality patient care.
• Supports academic, educational and research endeavors.
• Attends Performance Improvement Programs and Peer Review committee meetings; and is an active participant in the process.
• Partners and communicates with acumen to build a positive brand and patient/customer experience for those who encounter JPS Health Network and Acclaim Physician Group. This would include health network staff, vendors, outside partners, patients, stakeholders, and local community leaders.
• Serves as a resource to the community.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required Education and Experience: Current Medical Doctor (M.D) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from an accredited school of medicine. Residency and/or Fellowship training within specialty.
• Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training: Current, unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Texas. Board Certification or Board Eligible.

Location: 1400 S. Main Street Fort Worth, Texas, 76104 United States