House Physician

Position Summary:

House Physician has a limitedmedical practice. They may only practice while employed under the directsupervision of an MD or DO. The supervising physician must be a member of theKarmanos Cancer Center Active Medical Staff.

Applicants for thisposition must have one of the following: Be a graduate of an Allopathic USMedical School of a school recognized and approved by the US Office ofEducation OR Be a graduate of anallopathic international medical school.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, record and maintain sensitive patient information such as examination results, medical history and reports.
• Provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health.
• Diagnosis, work-up management and treatment of definitive cancers, recurrent and metastatic cancers, and post-operative treatment of patients
• Effectively communicate and demonstrate a caring and respectful behavior when interacting with patients and their families
• Gather essential information about their patients
• Make informed decisions about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information, preferences, recent scientific evidence and clinical judgement.
• Perform competently all medical and invasive procedures considered essential for the area of practice.
• Develop and carry out patient management plans.
• Use information technology to support patient care decisions and patient education.
• Assist in providing health care services aimed at preventing health problems and maintaining health.
• Work with other health care professionals including those from other disciplines to provide patient focused care.
• Counsel patients with assistance regarding treatment options and obtaining informed consent.
• Respond to after-hours calls from patients at home, and advise appropriate action.
• Adhere to all KCI policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• License topractice medicine (MD or DO) in the State of Michigan.
• Able to work aflexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Equal OpportunityEmployer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans