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Physician Advisor

Mercy San Juan Medical Center Carmichael, California
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The posted compensation range of $97.31 - $155.69 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-390620 Employment Type Full Time Department Hospital Administration Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 8:00 - 5:00 Remote No Category Management
Overview

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 384-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California. We have served north Sacramento County as well as south Placer County for over 50 years. Our facility is one of the area's largest medical centers and also one of the most comprehensive. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to community well-being; providing excellent patient care to all. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as a Spine Center of Excellence. We are proud recipients of the Perinatal Care Certificate of Excellence and a Certificate of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacements.


Responsibilities

The Physician Advisor plays a critical role in promoting evidence-based standards of medical care while maintaining appropriate utilization of Hospital resources. Emphasis is on facilitating communication between the Department of Care Coordination, Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, and Administration
regarding systems-based practice, regulatory and quality considerations in the delivery of medical care. The Physician Advisor plays a key role in the following: advocating for the best and most efficient care for Hospital patients; removing barriers to care; working with attending physicians to facilitate the care of the patient; and advocating for, supporting, and enhancing the clinical credibility of the Department of Care Coordination's utilization and compliance activities. The Physician Advisor may report directly to the VP Medical Affairs, Chief Medical Officer, or the Service Area Chief Physician Executive as determined by either the Hospital President or the Service Area SVP of Operations. Physician shall participate in an annual performance evaluation using performance metrics adopted by Hospital.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Retirement Programs
  • Wellness Programs

Qualifications

Experience: 

  • Experience practicing medicine in a recognized hospital or office environment. (5 years)
  • 2 years work experience as a Physician Advisor and Membership in the American College of Physician Advisors. (Preferred)

Education: 

  • Physician License in the State of California.
  • Certification in Health Care Quality Management (HCQM)

Licensure: 

  • Physician License in the State of California

Special Skills:

Excellent communication skills and clinical knowledge, ability to interact with multiple other physicians in a collaborative and
positive way in order to improve the quality of patient care. Highly organized and able to interact with multidisciplinary groups for the benefit of the patients. Must be able to read , write and speak English.

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