Physician - Infectious Diseases

Job Summary and Responsibilities

CommonSpirit Health-Creighton University School of Medicine is actively seeking an Infectious Disease Physician to enhance our ID team in Omaha, Nebraska.

This role is perfect for a physician passionate about delivering patient care, teaching multiple levels of learners.

Clinical Opportunity highlights:
? Creighton University Bergan-Mercy Medical Center is a tertiary medical center
with a Level 1 trauma center. 24-hour in-house hospitalist coverage and robust
surgical services.
? Full spectrum of adult infectious disease.
? Position includes one half-day of outpatient clinic/week, inpatient rounding on teaching and nonteaching services
? Diverse interests in our well-respected ID group (15 ID physicians and
9 advanced practice providers): HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, sexually
transmissible infections, antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention,
orthopedic ID, public health advocacy, and medical education.
? Call 1:5
? Educational environment includes weekly ID citywide clinical case conferences and fellow educational sessions. Twice-weekly microbiology
rounds and quarterly journal club in addition to weekly internal medicine
grand rounds complete the educational environment. The educational program continues to evolve with input from the fellows to optimize educational opportunities
? Academic service rounding team includes an ID fellow, internal medicine
residents, medical students, and a clinical pharmacist. Non-academic services
include an ID-trained APP.
? Academic appointment with Creighton University School of Medicine, rank
commensurate with level of experience.
? Teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and ID fellows.
? Active clinical research program with ample opportunities through CommonSpirit Health
and Creighton University.

Job Requirements

• 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.

Where You'll Work

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

Pay Range
$137.27 - $137.27 /hour