Palliative Care Physician
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Acclaim Multi-Specialty Group, Inc. (Acclaim) is a multi specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants that partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPSs mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to pediatrics to a full range of specialties, Acclaims goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.
As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center,JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. In addition to providing high-quality care, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation. JPS educates in tandem with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Texas Christian University Medical School.For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org.
Job Description:
Acclaim Multispecialty Group, a partner with JPS HealthNetwork is seeking a motivated and ambitious physician to join our dynamicNeurology team. As the county hospital system, JPS has been serving theresidents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. This is a wonderfulopportunity for innovative and passionate individuals to treat complex medicalissues to those patients that need it most.In addition to the nourishing and rewarding clinicalatmosphere, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history oftraining physicians and medical students.JPS offers 18 residency andfellowship programs.The hospital is located in the heart of The MagnoliaVillage and Medical District of Fort Worth, the 17th-largest city in the U.S.and one of Americas Most Livable Communities. We have a thriving center ofculture, commerce, the Historic Stockyards, remarkable museums, a vibrant andclean downtown area, Botanical Gardens and great annual events!Job Summary:Outpatient Clinic5x8 hour shifts (M-F)Call (shared with other providers)Duties and Essential Job FunctionsAdministers and maintains an educational environment conducive to educating the residents/fellows in each of the ACGME competency areasDemonstrates experience in clinical practice, education, scholarly activity, and a career commitment to academic medicineProvides a role model for family-oriented, continuous and comprehensive care in the office, hospital, and other community settings. This includes the performance of skillful history and physical examinations, effective diagnosis of diseases, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests, and prescription and administration of effective treatmentsCollaborates with operations/clinic directors regarding clinic resources, supervision, and a practice style that will emphasize family-oriented care and preventionAdheres to all the duties as stated in the Medical Education Affiliation AgreementsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesEffectively role model quality patient-centered, continuous and comprehensive, health careEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, members of patients families, medical associates, administrative staff, and sponsoring organizationsAssist in the training of resident/fellow physicians and students as well as provide consultative assistance to facultyModel effective self-directed learning and continuing educationUtilize current computer and information technologyFull BenefitsCompetitive salaryGenerous Vacation/CME TimeMalpractice insurance provided at no costHealth, vision, and dental insurance optionsProfessional expense allowance
Qualifications:
Required Education and ExperienceCurrent Medical Doctor (M.D) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from an accredited school of medicine3 years experience in palliative care, experience in training fellows/residentsRequired Licensure/Certifications/Specialized TrainingCurrent, unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of TexasBoard Certification in palliative careUnrestricted work authorization to work in the United StatesLocation Address:1450 8th AvenueFort Worth, Texas, 76104United States
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