Neurohospitalist Specialist

Company Overview

Dignity Health is seeking a skilled Inpatient Neurological Care Physician to join our team at the CHI Health Immanuel's Neurological Institute. As a leading healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical knowledge.

About the Opportunity

• We offer a competitive salary range of $168.27 - $168.27 per hour, reflecting the value we place on your expertise.
• Our state-of-the-art facility features EPIC EMR, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with our multidisciplinary team.
• Achieve academic success through an appointment with Creighton University School of Medicine, fostering a culture of innovation and growth.

About You

• You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating various neurological conditions in our inpatient setting.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, adhering to coding and billing regulations.
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities

1. Patient Care:

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

• 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.

• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.