Overview
Before learning anything else about Creighton’s School of Medicine, it’s important to know the phrase cura personalis. This means “care for the whole person” – a core Jesuit value that inspires nearly everything about our approach to developing doctors. Creighton healthcare professionals are unique in passion and mindset, contributing to the greater good and making a difference in their patients’ lives.
Opportunity highlights:
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Program Director for Surgical Residency Program of a well-established at 20+ categorical PGY1-5 program
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Program has full faculty in place including APD
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Position is 0.4 FTE as PD, with remainder in clinical practice with well-established, local surgical group in any of the following areas of surgery: general surgery, trauma, acute care surgery, GI, minimally invasive, bariatric, surgical oncology, endocrine, vascular, or thoracic surgery.
- Clinical practice via our clinical partner Catholic Health Initiative (CHI) Health offers various benefits packages which includes health, dental, life, disability, PTO, retirement plan.
The Program Director must:
- Serve as a role model by espousing the traits of exemplary integrity and professionalism
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Have at least three years of clinical experience in General Surgery at an ACGME-Accredited General Surgery Residency Program training location, with three years of documented educational and/or administrative experience.
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Dedicate a majority of his or her time to program administration, evaluation, teaching, resident precepting, and scholarship.
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Dedicate remaining time to direct patient care with the presence of residents.
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Must be appointed and remain in good standing to the CHI Medical Staff.
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Be licensed to practice medicine by the Nebraska Medical License Board.
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Demonstrate clinical competence as a practicing physician.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Responsibilities
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Patient Care:
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Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
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Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
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Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
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Communication:
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
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Provide clear and concise medical information.
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Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
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Documentation:
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
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Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
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Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
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Diagnostic Procedures:
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Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
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Perform procedures as needed
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Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
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Team Collaboration:
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Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
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Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
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Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
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Quality Improvement:
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Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
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Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
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Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
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Compliance:
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Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
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Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
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Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
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Continuous Learning:
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Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
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Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
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Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications
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American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
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A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible
Pay Range
$250.00 -350.00/ Hour