Overview CHI Health Clinic is actively seeking a dedicated
Infectious Disease APP to enhance our team at CHI Health St. Elizabeth and CHI Nebraska Heart Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role is perfect for a physician passionate about delivering both inpatient and outpatient care in a dynamic and growing program. Opportunity Highlights:
- Join a collaborative team including 2 MDs and 2 APPs.
- Engage in a full spectrum of infectious disease responsibilities, with a primary focus on inpatient consults (85%) complemented by outpatient duties (15%) half a day per week in the outpatient clinic.
- Benefit from the support of a 24/7 hospitalist-staffed hospital.
- Work in the region's sole Burn Center, handling complex infectious disease cases.
- Leverage an established network of over 250 primary care providers.
- Contribute to committees within the health system to aid in patient care and practice development.
- Join a reputable and expanding group of over 14 infectious disease physicians and 10 advanced practice providers with diverse interests in areas such as HIV/hepatitis care, STI treatment, antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and public health advocacy.
This position is ideal for an infectious disease APPeager to impact patient care while growing professionally within a supportive and resource-rich environment. To learn more apply to: Jonathan RhodesPhysician RecruiterCHI Health Clinic
Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit
, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.
Responsibilities - Patient Care:
- Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
- Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
- Communication:
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Provide clear and concise medical information.
- Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
- Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
- Diagnostic Procedures:
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
- Perform procedures as needed
- Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
- Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
- Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
- Quality Improvement:
- Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
- Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
- Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
- Compliance:
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
- Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
- Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
- Continuous Learning:
- Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
- Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
- Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications - American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
- A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible
Pay Range$58.14 - $58.14 /hour