Rheumatologist

Job description / Role

What we are looking for: a Physician who can contribute compassionate, patient-centered care in our internal medicine practice. If you enjoy getting to know your patients on a personal level, we are interested in meeting with you. Each of our Physicians commits themselves to practice mindful medicine and treating patients like people rather than numbers.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Develop a roster of patients by providing compassionate, holistic care.
• Meet with patients to assess their symptoms; inquire into the nature of their illness or injury.
• Accurately identify and diagnose medical conditions.
• Thoroughly examine patients and attend to their chief complaints.
• Answer and advise on any other questions or concerns the patient might have.
• Assign appropriate treatment plans according to each patient’s needs.
• Educate and inform the patient of the necessary treatment plan and any follow-up appointments.
• Perform clinical tests to better inform diagnosis.
• Perform in-office treatment if possible.
• Look for anything unusual or abnormal.
• Prescribe appropriate medicines or therapy.
• Calculate the correct medication dosage for each patient and educate on proper use.
• Order diagnostic tests and lab work as needed (blood/urine test, tissue samples, imagery, etc.).
• Analyze and share results of diagnostic testing with patients.
• Continually chart and maintain patient information on paper and in computer systems.
• Conduct follow-ups with patients to monitor and track their condition and progress.
• Refer the patient to a medical specialist when needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and always work with respect and integrity.
• Encourage preventative health measures including proper diet, rest and exercise.
• Direct, train, and supervise medical staff including nurses, physician assistants, and med techs on proper procedures and protocol.
• Attend conferences and continue research in his or her field to stay abreast of medical innovations and breakthroughs.
• Explain all medical procedures thoroughly.
• Explain test results and provide patients with a plan of care details.
• Consult with other physicians about each patient’s specific needs.

Requirements

• 3+ years practicing medicine in a hospital or private practice.
• Experience treating lifestyle-related disorders preferred.
• Adept at diagnosing problems and creating treatment plans for patients.
• Highly computer literate and familiar with charting.
• Excels in communicating sensitive and/or adverse information.
• Sound judgment and expert decision-making abilities.
• Analytical thinker and complex problem solver.

About the Company

Established in 2010, SearchPlus main business focus is in Executive Search and Selection. We start by having a deep understanding of our clients industries, business processes and operational requirements. Thereafter, we assist HR managers in fulfilling their requirements for key talent and executives through our comprehensive resume database and own direct searches by short listing and identifying the best possible talent for their organizations. We represent clients from a wide spectrum of industries both local and MNCs. Our successful recruitment tract record has distinguished ourselves.

When servicing our clients requirements, we emphasize on the highest quality of service and strive to exceed our clients expectation.