Local Contract Physician Assistant - Family Practice
Vernon, TX
GlobalPoint
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Description

Vernon State Hospital is seeking an experienced and qualified Family Medicine Physician to provide high-quality medical care to individuals served by the facility.

The physician will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute and chronic medical conditions while coordinating patient care with healthcare professionals, nursing staff, specialists, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and comprehensive family medicine services.
• Evaluate patients, diagnose medical conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and medical examinations.
• Treat acute and chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and asthma.
• Prescribe medications, administer treatments, vaccinations, and other appropriate medical services.
• Educate patients on preventive care, nutrition, hygiene, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Coordinate care with nurse practitioners, specialists, consultants, and community healthcare providers.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with documentation requirements.
• Follow facility policies, CMS guidelines, Medicare/Medicaid standards, and applicable Texas HHSC regulations.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Active Texas Medical License with no sanctions.
• Current DEA registration.
• Current Texas Department of Public Safety Controlled Substance registration.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Current CPR certification.
• All credentials and certifications must remain active throughout the assignment.