Physician - Sleep Medicine at UAB St. Vincent's

Clanton, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sleep Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Medical Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Inpatient Consultation, Outpatient Consultation, Medical Documentation, Cost Effectiveness Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Overview Schedule: Part time, 2-3 days a week Department: Sleep MedicineHospital: UAB St. Vincent's Chilton Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more UAB St. Vincent's is looking for a Sleep Medicine Physician for our UAB St. Vincent's Medical Group. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with UAB St. Vincent's to provide medical services to patients. Position Highlights: Flexible scheduleCommunity care hospital with small town feelAbility to partner with other specialists for support What You Will Do Responsibilities: Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. What You Will Need Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed Graduate Doctoral Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred. Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. About UAB St. Vincent’s UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.

Responsibilities

The physician evaluates and treats patients with sleep disorders using appropriate diagnostic and treatment skills. Responsibilities include managing patient referrals, acting as an attending physician for hospitalizations, and participating in academic programs.