Gastroenterology Physician

Overview

The physician is a member of the healthcare team who works in collaboration with other staff to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The scope of practice of each physician is defined through the health system’s credentialing and privileging committee.

The Physician supports objectives, budget, and performance metrics at the individual level. Supports all medical activities at the individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs. The role of a physician is to provide quality clinical care to those individuals who have chosen VHC Health in a timely manner to meet the needs of our patients.

Doctorate from Accredited Medical School is required.

One year of Medical/Surgical experience required.

Licensed to Practice Medicine by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.

Patient Care: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must possess physical capabilities in an amount equal to the physical demands made in the performance of the job, including exerting heavy physical effort and handling objects weighing up to 100 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently;

operating safely under hospital safety standards; and ability to perform components of Basic Life Support if applicable. The role may require standing for sustained periods and the ability to push/pull or lift objects and patients as described, along with other physical activities listed.

Patient Care: Works in a well-lighted/ventilated office/clinical setting. Subject to frequent interruptions and long hours, with possible overtime or on-call requirements. Routine occupational exposure to infectious diseases, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, hazardous chemicals, noxious odors, latex, and musculoskeletal injuries. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided by the hospital for exposures to blood, body fluids, and infectious processes. Duties involve interaction with patients, family members, co-workers, and visitors under various conditions, including hostile or emotionally upset, disoriented, or combative scenarios.

Interested and qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and copy of their CV to Andrea Bell, Director of Recruitment at anbell.