Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The physician shall provide needed professional services relating to his or her specialty on an outpatient and inpatient basis to the defined patient population and assure continuity of care for those patients.

• Works with the designated administrator to provide input into the budgets, capital expenditures, strategic planning and marketing.

• Assists with the selection, supervision and evaluation of the staff, including technical and clerical staff.

• Assists Mercyhealth in the recruitment of additional physicians to the area.

• Becomes involved in community activities and community health education and promotion.

CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

As required by contract.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

As required by contract.

MD1 and Hospice only:
For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

For those driving their personal vehicles:
Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy .

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Passing the Driver's License Check for those positions requiring

Passing Credit Check for those positions requiring

Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check, IL Health Care Workers Background Check or both

Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Occupational Exposure: Category C - No partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED

Neonate: birth - 28 days

Infant: 29 days - less than 1 year

Pediatric: 1 year - 12 years

Adolescents: 13 years - 17 years

Adult: 18 years - 64 years

Geriatric: 65 years and older

INFORMATION ACCESS

Partner may access patient care information, financial data, human resource data and strategic and planning data needed to perform their job duties as directed by the director.

WORK CONTACT GROUP

Partners, physicians, patients, family, visitors, vendors

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift, move patients and equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work requires a high level of independent judgement. The position has substantial latitude for independent action. Responsibilities can include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; employee adherence to annual education and certification requirements

SUPERVISES

Indirectly supervises nursing and ancillary staff. Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization's policies, and applicable laws.