If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent‑rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. Responsibilities Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations and assessments using best practices to diagnose and treat patients. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate. Evaluates patients for need for and level of prescription medicines required and considers alternative techniques for patient care. Manages the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function. Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and their families as needed. Orders, performs, and interprets tests, and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition. Maintains accurate and timely completion of all documentation within three days of visit or discharge. Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers. Supports call coverage for the practice and hospitals. Maintains productivity at acceptable levels. Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention. Develops strong partnership with fellow physicians and support staff. Education & Experience MD/DO. No prior work experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in areas of expertise. Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. Knowledge of relevant drugs and non‑pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. Licenses & Certifications Medical Doctor – Arkansas State Medical Board Medical Doctor – Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure Medical Doctor – Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners Osteopathic Physician – Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination Board Certified Physician – American Board of Medical Specialties National Board Certified Physician – National Board of Physicians and Surgeons AOA Board Certified Physician – Specialty American Osteopathic Association Board Certified DO – National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. The candidate must have good balance and coordination and be physically and mentally able to perform essential functions, possibly with reasonable accommodation. The position requires exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently, and involves frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous or poisonous materials may occur, and the individual must react quickly to emergency situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr