Orthopedic Physician

at  VitalCore Health Strategies

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VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for a Part time Orthopedic Physician at in the Wilmington, DE and Dover, DE area. Hours flexible and pay above market rate.

ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN POSITION SUMMARY:

The Orthopedic Physician will treat correctional patients in the Wilmington, DE area.

ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Fully licensed to practice in the state of employment.
• Current DEA Registration.
• Preferred Board Certified.
• Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
• Must be a supportive team member who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
• Must have experience in sub-acute inpatient care and hospitalist experience
  VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
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• Document all encounters in patient’s medical record.
• Ensure all documentation is timed, legible and signed.
• Ensure all verbal or telephone orders are countersigned as required.
• Participate in in-service training classes.
• Attend medical, clinical and other meetings, as required.
• Adhere to approved formulary for therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary procedure.
• Review all non-formulary requests to ensure documentation of pertinent observations and treatment conclusions.
• Utilize available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems before utilizing off-site referral.
• To redefine benchmarks for the industry utilizing core values, strong partnerships, effective clinical practices, and innovative healthcare strategies.
• Ensure competence in proper technique for basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use.
• Follow evidence-based standards of medical care through adherence to existing policies and procedures.