Assistant Professor - SOM- Medicine-Psychiatry Hospitalist

Company: Direct Jobs
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Description Emory at Grady Medicine-Psychiatry Hospitalist Job Description Role - The Medicine-Psychiatry Hospitalist will be responsible for the clinical care of patients admitted to the Medicine-Psychiatry Unit, including admission, daily management, and discharge. Specific Responsibilities

• Review admission referrals to the unit, seek input from nursing leadership and the MPU Medical Director when needed
• Act as the attending of record for MPU patients on their unit when on-shift.
• Perform admission evaluations, including documenting history and physicals, when appropriate.
• Complete on-going subsequent inpatient care and document visits.
• Perform discharge evaluations, discharge summaries, discharge instructions and prescriptions, participate in transitions of care.
• Submit professional charges, billing to medical insurers.
• Request consultation from specialists and other disciplines, as indicated.
• Engage the multidisciplinary team in the overall patient care plan and transitions.
• Ensure communication with patients and their families.
• Perform and receive handoffs to nighttime covering staff using a structured handoff tool and providing anticipatory guidance.
• Provide evaluation and documentation related to involuntary detention or commitment for mental health treatment, as necessary.
• Participate in patient safety, quality, and satisfaction initiatives.
• Participate in MPU-specific committees.
• Participate in Peer Review of other MPU providers.
• Act as a representative of the unit to other services, departments, and committees at the MPU Medical Director's request Opportunities to teach medical students, residents, and other learners Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture To ensure the safety of our campus community, the COVID-19 vaccine is required. For more information on the University and Hospital policies and potential exemptions, please see our website. Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) - 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) - 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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