Physician Internal Medicine or Family Practice (Houston, TX Community Based Clinics)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

This position is contingent upon award

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. and provide services outlined below:

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is looking for an individual who is an experienced Internal Medicine Physician to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of adult medical conditions, focusing on comprehensive care, preventive health, and the coordination of specialized services. They serve as primary care providers, emphasizing patient-centered approaches to promote overall wellness and improve health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Admit and coordinate all aspects of care for hospitalized medical patients including performing history and physical examinations.
• Appropriately admit and place patients within the Hospital.
• Evaluate and treat patients, including the ordering and the interpretation of diagnostic studies, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, and electrocardiographic examinations.
• Administer medications normally considered part of the practice of hospital medicine.
• Document and Discuss end-of-life preferences and refer advanced care planning consultations with sub-specialists.
• Proactively plan for discharge and Coordinate care with primary care physician.
• Ensure appropriate follow-up is arranged.
• Provide care to patients in critical/acute care settings in conformance with VA policies.
• Assess, stabilize, and determine the disposition of inpatients with emergent conditions consistent with medical staff policy regarding emergency and consultative call services. This includes running code teams and rapid response teams.
• Review all admissions to inpatient hospital care recommended by Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner providers.
• Provide admission to inpatient care and ensure a person-to-person hand-off from the admitting provider to a responsible member of the admitting team.
• Provide consultation with and instruction to referring physicians regarding appropriate indications for procedures so that the most expeditious and clinically appropriate work-up can be done.
• Determine the appropriate course of treatment and communicate in person or by phone with the referring clinicians.
• Initiate appropriate social work referrals for all identified homeless veterans and for patients who do not have primary care providers.
• Follow all established medication policies and procedures. No sample medications shall be provided to patients.
• Provide discharge education and follow up instructions that are coordinated with the next care setting for all Hospital patients.
• Assure mechanisms in-place to provide notification of test results for patients receiving care in accordance with VHA Directive 1088, Communicating Test Results to Providers and Patients.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and meetings with committee participation as required by the facility Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, or designee.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and meetings with committee participation as required by the facility Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, or designee.
• Document care given and select appropriate Evaluation and Management (E&M) procedure codes in CPRS as required by the VAMC Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, or designee.
• Follow all established patient safety and infection control standards of care. Contractor’s physician(s) shall make every effort to prevent medication errors, falls, and patient injury caused by acts of commission or omission in the delivery of care.
• Refer all patient/customer service issues to the Supervisory Physician and/or Nurse Manager or designee.
• Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Education Required:

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Additional information required for final submission:

• Resume
• Copy of Board Certification
• Copy of License
• Copy of DEA
• Copy of NPI

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.