Community Health Systems
Gadsden, Alabama, United States
(on-site)
Posted
1 day ago
Job Type
Full Time
Industry
General Practice
Job Function
Cardiologist Physician
Description
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a driven physician to lead our established Wound Care service line at Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, Alabama. This is a unique opportunity to step into a Medical Director role and take the helm of a thriving program, supported by a strong, built-in referral network. The position offers an exceptional work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, no call, no inpatient consults, and half-days every Friday
Clinical Practice & Workload
- Role Focus: 100% Outpatient Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine.
- Patient Volume: Current daily volumes average 13 to 16 clinic patients and 2 to 4 Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) patients, with a strategic focus on expanding the service line and increasing the daily census.
- Scope of Practice: Comprehensive treatment of diabetic, venous/arterial, pressure, and surgical wounds.
- Facility Resources: Equipped with two (2) HBO chambers and an EMR system utilizing Luvo.
- Support Staff: You will be fully supported in the clinic by a team of Certified Wound Care RNs.
- Referral Base: Strong foundational referral pipeline established with local Podiatry, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Family Practice providers.
Medical Director Responsibilities
- Time Allocation: 90% Clinical Practice / 10% Administrative Duties.
- Leadership Scope: Lead the development of the new service line through clinical chart review, policy development, and ongoing staff education.
- Compensation: Role includes a dedicated, separate Medical Director stipend in addition to clinical compensation.
Schedule & Lifestyle
- Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Fridays end at 12:00 PM (Noon).
- Call Requirements: None.
- Inpatient Duties: None (Strictly outpatient clinic operations).
Compensation & Incentives
- Financial Structure: Base salary plus wRVU production model.
- Additional Income: Dedicated Medical Director stipend and Quality Bonuses.
- Financial Assistance: Student loan repayment program available.
Candidate Qualifications
- Preferred Specialties: General Surgery, Podiatry, Plastic Surgery, & Vascular Surgery.
- Experience: Both experienced physicians and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Job ID: 86001043
Community Health Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 47 distinct markets across 15 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 70+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
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