Physician, Urgent Care

We Are Hiring Ascension Providence is looking for a Part-Time (10 hours per week) Urgent Care Physician to join our elite team! Why Join Our Team About Ascension Providence Providence operates primary care services, geriatrics including skilled nursing care at Carroll Manor and outpatient behavioral health. We also offer care coordination for Medicaid beneficiaries through the My Health GPS program, a working retail pharmacy and access to free medications to those who need it most. Serving the District of Columbia for more than 150 years, Providence is transforming to a new healthcare delivery model that re-envisions the delivery care to meet the community’s health needs and how to best contribute to building healthier communities. About the District of Columbia (D.C.) A metro area that offers the perks of a large urban area, Washington D.C. is home to plenty of restaurants, entertainment venues, a variety of museums, public parks and other cultural sites. Not uncommon to find that each neighborhood in the District and its surrounding towns have their own atmosphere. Whether it’s gathering for block parties, mingling at dog parks or conversing at coffee shops – it’s easy to see how an ambiance similar to that of a much smaller community exists. Experience the changing of the four seasons in the District. Warmer temperatures can linger into the beginning of fall, easing Washingtonians into the winter months. Then comes springtime – a popular sight to see with the blooming of the cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin. About Ascension Medical Group When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. What You Will Do Ascension Providence is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Physician for our Urgent Care. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Providence to provide medical services to patients. Responsibilities: Urgent Care is open from 8 am to 10 pm Mon-Fri. Depending on when the coverage is needed, the physician may work up to a maximum of 10 hours a day. Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. Job Requirements Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required Credential(s): • BLS Provider obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. • Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the District of Columbia Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Prefered Credential(s): • Experience working in the Emergency Department or Urgent Care. Education: • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. Visa Eligibility None Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information regarding your EEO rights, view the EEO is the Law poster. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information. E-Verify