Jobs in Straight Mountain Alabama

Seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician who is intrinsically motivated to provide excellent care to older adults in Birmingham, AL.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Fellowship training in Geriatrics preferred
• Highly qualified candidates may also be considered for a Center Medical Director position.
• Deliver higher quality health and wellness care that improves outcomes, manages medical costs and provides an unmatched experience for adults on Medicare in medically underserved communities.
• Innumerable support resources to help you provide outstanding care.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly bonus based on quality metrics
• 6 weeks of PTO, inclusive of PTO, major holidays, and CME
• Continuing Medical Education stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Provided Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401K Investment, up to 4% company match, vested immediately
• Provided Medical Malpractice Insurance
• Partnership Track
• Dedicated Medical Scribe and Medical Assistant
• Relocation package on a case-by-case basis
• Opportunities for leadership development
• New centers and flexible work environments
• Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement

The Community: Birmingham, Alabama, is a city rich in history and cultural significance, particularly in the realms of the civil rights movement and industrial development. Founded in 1871, it quickly grew into the South s industrial hub, particularly due to its abundant natural resources like coal, iron ore, and limestone. This combination earned it the nickname "The Pittsburgh of the South." During the 20th century, Birmingham was a key player in the steel industry, though the city has since diversified into sectors like finance, healthcare, and technology. Its historical importance is also tied to the civil rights movement, with pivotal events such as the 1963 Birmingham campaign, led by figures like Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting the city's role in the fight for racial equality. Today, Birmingham is a vibrant city with a burgeoning cultural scene and a growing economy. Its downtown area has seen significant revitalization in recent years, with new restaurants, craft breweries, and art galleries adding to the city's appeal. The city is home to several important institutions, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), which is a major medical and research center. Birmingham is also known for its beautiful parks, such as Railroad Park, and landmarks like Vulcan Park, which houses the world s largest cast-iron statue. While it continues to confront challenges related to its past, Birmingham is often recognized for its resilience and ongoing efforts to reinvent itself as a modern, dynamic Southern city.

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We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed
- our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and outpatients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric.

This job also coordinates the overall provision of respiratory care, plans, develops and implements respiratory care programs; sets up all types of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy as ordered by physicians, educates the patient on proper and safe use of equipment; monitors patient compliance data and conducts patient and physician follow-up on patients as per Departmental Policy and Procedures.
**$7500 sign on bonus
**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.

It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.Education Required – Associate's degree.

Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory TherapyPreferred – Bachelor's degree in Allied Health or Related FieldWork ExperienceRequired – None.Preferred – Experience with Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) as well as other Respiratory Home Medical EquipmentCertificationsRequired – Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice, Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory TherapistBLS – Basic Life Support Certification through American Heart AssociationKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.

Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.Knowledge of respiratory equipmentReliable transportation to travel to patient homes to setup/monitor respiratory equipmentAbility to be on-call for patients needsJob DutiesSets up Respiratory and PAP therapy equipment in the Post Acute SettingReviews and documents all pertinent information regarding each patientEducates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plansParticipates in process improvement initiatives and resolves patient issuesCommunicates with physicians and serves as a resource on Respiratory Therapy in the Post Acute SettingMonitors patient compliance to therapy and makes recommendations when neededAdapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication styleOther related duties as required.The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.

They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Medium Work
- Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.(Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.

Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.

Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms.The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.

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