Urologist

Job Description

QuadMed is currently seeking a part time Urologist for our Health and Wellness Center in West Allis, WI. This physician will focus on evaluating, treating, and educating patients in a clinic setting. Performs professional medical work in the history taking, examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients according to statutory limitations. Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. Performs testing, referral to physicians as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs administrative procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.

As a QM physician, they may assume the role of Oversight Physician to support APPs in the QM system. This will be determined by need, geography and physician utilization.
As a QuadMed representative, only under the direction of the Medical Director and in partnership with the Client (employer sponsor), the physician may be utilize in presenting and speaking to client as a QM leader at the clinical level.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive clinical patient care through interviewing, examining and treating associates and their dependents in order to meet their health and wellness needs. Prescribes appropriate medical treatment and clinical medications for patients and orders studies, tests and Allied Health care services as required
Records history and physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patients condition, with documentation in the medical record
Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agent
Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, wellness, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications
Performs physical examinations specific to their specialty within prescribed guidelines
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients clinical problems and health care needs
Demonstrate knowledge of pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to age groups and specialties served.
Follows all established rules and guidelines of evidence based care and best clinical practice
Regularly reviews chronic medical conditions that require ongoing medical attention as pertains to specialty
Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral.
May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment
Refers to appropriate specialists outside the health center in a medically appropriate and efficient manner
Practices in a collaborative fashion consistent with the concept of a patient centered medical home , consulting and collaborating with QuadMed PCP and the other team members as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
Refers patients to and utilizes unique internal associate benefits and resources to maximize health outcomes
Demonstrates exceptional and effective collaborative partnership and communication style with both patients and staff
Actively engages in quality improvement, leadership and compliance
Participates in quality improvement, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the health center requirements for QuadMed
Advocate for clinical quality improvement in the HWC
Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients, QuadMed, and clients.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations
Effectively communicates with patients through technology to include email, video, telephonic, and text. While complying with QuadMed policy and practices
Demonstrates knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues and approaches in area of expertise
Demonstrates the ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards
Demonstrates the ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations and establish a leadership role in an emergency
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
MD. or D.O degree or Doctorate affiliated program from an accredited School of Medicine or Osteopathy and completion appropriate residency training
Active Board certification or eligibility required
Experience:
Preferred three years of experience appropriate to specialty
Effective verbal and written communication skills including proficiency in electronic communication
Experience with an EMR preferred
Bilingual English-Spanish preferred depending on HWC demographics
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Active and unrestricted applicable licensure, with current DEA registration

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