Hospitalist - Denver

Denver Health is recruiting a Hospitalist Physician to join our team! The Division of Hospital Medicine is a group of dedicated clinicians experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of acutely ill hospitalized patients. The group is comprised of board-certified internal medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who work closely with other specialists and primary care providers to ensure that every hospitalized patient receives empathic, efficient, and high quality care. Physicians have an academic appointment through the University of Colorado School of Medicine and are actively involved in the education of students and medical residents rotating at Denver Health. The division is actively involved in research and quality improvement initiatives to improve patient safety and outcomes. Protected time and support staff are provided for our hospitalists to pursue their research interests. Our mission is to provide compassionate and exceptional care to hospitalized patients, further the field of medicine through research, and educate future clinicians.

Job Summary

Physicians and surgeons diagnose illnesses, prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury and/or disease. Physicians examine patients, obtain medical histories, and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. Surgeons specialize in the treatment of injury, disease, and deformity through operations. Documents all services in patient medical record. Serves as faculty members of the University of Colorado, School of Medicine. Other physicians and surgeons at Denver Health work in a number of other medical and surgical specialists, including allergists, anesthesiologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, emergency medicine physicians, endocrinologists, endoscopy, gastroenterologists, neonatologists, nephrologists, neurologist, obstetrics/gynecologist, oncologists, ophthalmologists, orthopedic surgeons, otolaryngologists, pathologists, plastic surgeons, podiatrists, psychiatrists, radiologists, rehabilitative medicine, rheumatologists, trauma surgeons, and urologists.

Responsibilities

Physicians at Denver Health are faculty members of the University of Colorado School of Medicine serve as teachers for students seeking clinical experience at Denver Health and provide education for post graduate medical trainees.

Focus on Superior Patient Care by 1) practicing evidence-based, high-quality state-of-the art medicine; 2) encourage increased patient understanding, involvement in care, and treatment decisions; 3) achieve and maintain optimal patient access; 4) insist on departmental focus on superior patient service; and 5) participate in or support education and research.

Quality Metrics. 1) Focus on clinically relevant outcome measures; 2) Change by embracing innovations to continuously improve patient care, service and organizational efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
2. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
3. Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
4. Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
5. Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
6. Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels, and value systems.
7. Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
8. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
9. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Education

• Doctorate Degree (Required) 1. Graduation from an Accredited Medical School and completed Accredited Residency Programs and fellowships for specialist, or equivalent. 2. Board Certified.

Experience

Credentials

• Physician (Required)