Physician - Infectious Disease specializes in the prevention and treatment of communicable diseases. Ensures proper disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Being a Physician - Infectious Disease consults with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment. Recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or help diagnose condition. Additionally, Physician - Infectious Disease requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Infectious Disease's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Facility: Douglas Hospital
Job Summary:
Infectious Disease Physician services to patients consistent with their training and expertise. The care of patients is the highest priority in the WellStar Health System.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Clinical Practice of Infectious Disease including
- The care of patients in Outpatient or Inpatient settings or both.
- The documentation of clinical care
- The documentation and tasks necessary for billing and other administrative functions
- Continuing Medical Education required to maintain licensure and Board Certification
Required Minimum Education:
A MD Degree Required and
Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia Required and
Applicants must have completed the necessary Residency training requisite for their given specialty and be Certified or qualified for Certification by their respective specialty Board Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
Medical Doctor 1.00 Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications:
Required Minimum Experience:
Previous practice experience in a Residency Training Program Required and
Prior practice experience, in lieu of Residency Training Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
It is expected that applicants will possess skills commensurate with their given specialty.
Applicants will be expected to show proof of competency for clinical skills applied for.