physician (board eligible) full time - , GA, United States - Georgia CEO

Description

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Board Eligible Physician, at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta.

Located on 174 Acres in DeKalb County, Georgia Regional Hospital in Atlanta operates 300 licensed, accredited inpatient beds in three major program areas: Adult Mental Health, Forensic Services, and Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities. In addition, GRH/Atlanta also offers inpatient and outpatient Dental Services.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive medical services by examining patients, diagnosing conditions and providing treatments. Directs nurses, aides and others in the care and treatment of patients.

Job Description:

• May supervise staff
• Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary
• Advises patients on health care including health promotion, disease, illness and accident prevention
• Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers
• Directs and coordinates activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff
• Examines patients and take their histories, order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures and consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental health
• Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
• Provides emergency medical care

Benefits:

• Vacation
• 15 days each year up to 5 years of service
• 18 days each year from 5-10 years of service
• 21 days each year for 10 + years of service
• Sick Leave - accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
• Holidays - the state of Georgia recognizes 13 paid holidays
• Retirement
• 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Available Insurance
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Legal
• Disability
• Healthcare & Childcare spending accounts
• Life & dependent life insurance

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer

Qualifications

Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) AND licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law. Physician must be Board Eligible.

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FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.