Physician - Nocturnist

University of Toledo Physicians' mission is to improve the human condition through excellence in patient care and medical discovery. Representing more than 200 physicians, UT Physicians are leaders in clinical care, research and education of the future physicians, providing care in a wide range of medical specialties from the most complex diagnoses and treatments to primary care for the entire family. The primary site of inpatient care services is at the University of Toledo Medical Center, but many of our physicians’ practice at hospitals and medical offices throughout the region.

University of Toledo Physicians offers competitive pay and benefits including: 403B, Pension, health and partnership with University of Toledo College of Medicine.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Hospital Medicine Division at the University of Toledo is extremely active in all aspects of inpatient care within the University of Toledo Medical Center. The successful applicant will provide direct patient care; instruct medical students in the discipline of Hospital Medicine; participate in conferences and develop and conduct scholarly endeavors.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with the Hospital Medicine healthcare team to provide patients with medical care services within the standard of care for Hospital Medicine patients.
• Round with the Hospital Medicine team, including APPs, Medical Students and other multidisciplinary staff. Also, the successful candidate will have independent rounding responsibilities.
• Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate.
• Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose condition of patients and propose treatment options.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.
• Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up to date before prescribing medication/treatment.
• Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
• Adhere to departmental policies, procedures and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
• Record complete, timely and legible medical records.
• Participate in the teaching programs of the Department of Medicine, the College of Medicine, and the University.
• Participate in research trials that align with the goals of the Department of Medicine.
• Participate in service assignments of importance to the Department of Medicine, the College of Medicine, and the University.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MD or equivalent required
• Successful completion of an Internal Medicine residency
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Internal Medicine
• Current licensure in the State of Ohio required, prior to beginning the position

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, height, weight, familial or marital status, or genetics.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace