Intensivist - Per Diem | Level II Trauma | Reno/Lake Tahoe
Requisition ID: 188104
Position Purpose
The incumbent obtains history, examines, diagnoses, counsels, and treats patients within the physician’s area of specialty and experience. The incumbent makes critical decisions regarding medical care. The incumbent works closely and in cooperation with the management staff, directs comments and questions to the appropriate management person and follows administrative policies. The incumbent stays abreast of current advances in medicine by reviewing recent publications, attending in-services and educational meetings, and attending continuing medical education programs in the appropriate field.
Nature and Scope
As a Physician Intensivist, employee provides care for critically ill adult (18+) patients, most often in the intensive care unit (ICU). The Intensivist’s scope of practice includes admitting, evaluating, diagnosing and delivering recovery oriented care across a broad spectrum of conditions common among critically ill patients. The Intensivist is often required to perform invasive procedures and use life supporting therapies and devices (i.e. mechanical ventilators, hemodialysis) to treat patients in the intensive care setting. The position’s scope also includes teaching, research, and leadership related to the delivery of critical care within regulatory and/or accrediting guidelines. A component of the physician’s time will be allocated to teaching residents and medical students as appropriate.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to function effectively in an integrated delivery system.
1. Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulatory rules;
2. Capable of operating business units in conformance with good quality and business practices as may be outlined by agencies such as The Joint Commission, NCQA, MGMA, etc.
3. Effective leadership skills (and leading by example);
4. Ability to obtain results with minimal disruption while involving a variety of internal and external groups.
5. Ability to work independently.
This position does provide patient care.
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. |
Experience: | Prior experience in referenced specialty required |
License(s): | Must possess and maintain a current and valid State of Nevada Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) medicine license. Controlled substance License to Prescribe issued by the State of Nevada and Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA, required. |
Certification(s): | Board Eligible or Board Certified in Critical Care Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). If Provider is Board Eligible at time of hire, Certification must be obtained within two (2) years of employment. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Certification Life Support (ACLS) required. Prefer American Heart Association (AHA) approved certification, but will accept online certification from American Red Cross Training Services, Advanced Medical Certification , or ACLS Certification Institute. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Ability to credential through Renown's Medical Staff and/or payor credentialing, as applicable. |
