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Physician Per Diem, Primary/Urgent Care (6005C) University Health Services 64149

University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


Physician Per Diem, Primary/Urgent Care (6005C) University Health Services 64149

About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. Departmental Overview University Health Services (UHS) serves the campus by providing a comprehensive campus-based health center providing fully accredited primary medical care, counseling and psychological services and innovative health promotion programs for students, faculty and staff. Responsibilities Provides direct patient care in the Primary Care Clinic. Works as a member of the team with other clinic staff, including nurse practitioners, nurses and support staff. Provides consultation for nurse practitioners and advice nurses. Sees appointed patients in a timely manner. Integrates patient education into medical practice, including preventive and health maintenance, as appropriate. Arranges follow-up including appropriate referral to specialists. Provides direct patient care in the Urgent Care Clinic: Triages promptly and takes appropriate steps toward initial stabilization of critically ill or injured patient. Possesses background via residency training or prior experience in emergency setting. ACLS certification. Provide appropriate initial care for a wide range of medical and surgical problems: Evaluates and initially treats musculoskeletal injuries. Evaluates and initially treats urgent medical and gynecological problems. Sutures uncomplicated lacerations. Performs incision and drainage of superficial abscesses. Evaluates and begins treatment of psychiatric emergencies. Evaluates and treats work-related injuries. Works efficiently to prioritize patients' problems. Recommends appropriate follow-up, when indicated. Provides decisive leadership in unit: Works effectively as a member of the clinical team. Examines and diagnoses patients, prescribes and administers medical treatments. Orders examinations, analyses, X-rays, special diets, and writes prescriptions. Reviews reports, supervises trainees and provides consultation to mid-level practitioners. Provides oversight and medical guidance to nurses and other members of clinical staff. Required Qualifications Education: MD, or recognized equivalent. Licenses/Certifications: Requires Medical License; maintains current medical license, DEA license, NPI number, basic CPR certification, ACLS certification if working in Urgent Care. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Requires knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of Physician duties at this level. Salary & Benefits The hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $112.90. How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. To apply, visit

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