Hospitalist Physician - Delphi Healthcare

Delphi Healthcare is searching for a Hospitalist in a rural setting, with low volumes and work life balance to join a great team. This position located in the North Country of New York. We have partnered with several hospitals throughout New York. If you are looking for a lifestyle that offers work-life balance, abundance of outdoor activities, hiking, fishing, boating, skiing and snowboarding.

The Rural Hospitalist is responsible for providing high-quality medical care to patients admitted to a rural hospital. This role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing various acute and chronic medical conditions. It requires a commitment to addressing the unique healthcare needs and challenges of rural communities.

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit, 127-bed community hospital and regional referral center. Claxton-Hepburn includes 67 acute-care beds, a 10-bed intensive care unit, a 10-bed birthing center, a 28-bed acute adult mental health unit, and a 12-bed children & adolescent behavioral health unit. The medical center provides primary care to nearly 40,000 residents of Ogdensburg and surrounding communities and regional services to the 108,000 people of St. Lawrence County.

Delphi Healthcare offers:

W2 or 1099
Flexible Schedule
Malpractice
$25,000 FEA
12 hour shift
Day or evening shift
7a-7p or 7p-7a
$1,800-$2,100/per shift

Responsibilities:

1. Hospital Rounds: Conduct regular hospital rounds to assess patient progress, make necessary treatment adjustments, and communicate effectively with nursing staff and other healthcare team members.
2. Emergency Care: Respond promptly to medical emergencies within the hospital, including admissions through the emergency department and critical care situations.
3. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and specialists, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
4. Consultations: Provide consultations to other physicians when specialized expertise is needed for complex or challenging cases.
5. Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on their medical conditions, available treatment options, and post-discharge care plans.
6. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
7. Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety within the rural hospital.
8. Administrative Duties: Complete necessary administrative tasks, such as ordering medications and diagnostic tests, while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

1. Medical Degree: Hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
2. Licensure: Possess a valid New York state medical license and be board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or another relevant specialty.
3. Hospital Privileges: Obtain and maintain admitting privileges at the rural hospital or healthcare facility where you practice.
4. Clinical Skills: Demonstrate proficiency in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, with a strong foundation in internal medicine or family medicine.
   
5. Adaptability: Show the ability to work independently and handle a variety of medical cases commonly encountered in a rural healthcare setting.
6. Compassion: Display compassion and empathy in providing care to patients in potentially challenging and underserved environments.

Rural Hospitalist play a vital role in addressing healthcare disparities in rural communities and ensuring that individuals in these areas have access to high-quality medical care. Their dedication is essential to improving the health and well-being of underserved populations in remote regions.