Infectious Disease Physician

Overview

CHI Health Clinicis actively seeking a dedicatedInfectious Diseasephysician to enhance our team at CHI Health St. Elizabeth and CHI Nebraska Heart Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role is perfect for a physician passionate about delivering both inpatient and outpatient care in a dynamic and growing program.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Join a collaborative team including 2 MDs and 2 APPs.
• Engage in a full spectrum of infectious disease responsibilities, with a primary focus on inpatient consults (85%) complemented by outpatient duties (15%) half a day per week in the outpatient clinic.
• Benefit from the support of a 24/7 hospitalist-staffed hospital.
• Work in the region's sole Burn Center, handling complex infectious disease cases.
• Leverage an established network of over 250 primary care providers.
• Contribute to committees within the health system to aid in patient care and practice development.
• Join a reputable and expanding group of over 14 infectious disease physicians and 10 advanced practice providers with diverse interests in areas such as HIV/hepatitis care, STI treatment, antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and public health advocacy.

Professional Development opportunities

• Academic appointment available with Creighton University School of Medicine and mentorship from ID Division Chief.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship opportunities involving medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners.
• Participate in weekly city-wide clinical case conferences, fellow educational sessions, and monthly in-house journal club.
• Enjoy close collaborations with local and state health departments.

This position is ideal for an infectious disease physician eager to impact patient care while growing professionally within a supportive and resource-rich environment.

To learn more apply to:

Jonathan Rhodes
Physician Recruiter
CHI Health Clinic

jonathan.rhodes@commonspirit.org

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

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• Patient Care:
• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communication:
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Diagnostic Procedures:
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Quality Improvement:
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Compliance:
• 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.
• Continuous Learning:
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible