Health care providers including Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners are employed by Dickson Medical Associates
Join 30 other medical professionals practicing medicine at Dickson Medical Associates for a rewarding career at a top-rated Medical Group in Dickson County.
Physicians and other medical providers (Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners) seeking a position at Dickson Medical Associates should:
fax current CV to: 615-446-1371
OR
email current CV to: sdodd@dicksonmd.com
Interested physicians with questions may call (615) 441-4477.
Pediatrician
Will have to conduct examinations by earning the trust and cooperation of the child. The ideal candidate will possess thorough knowledge of children’s diseases and epidemiology as well as the established examination procedures for infants. A pediatrician must be patient and caring and able to foster long term trust relationships with the children and their parents.
Education:
- Medical Degree with specialization in pediatric
- Medical License
- Board certified or Board eligible within three year of residency training
- BLS and PALS certified
Experience: (Required)
- Within scope of training
- Familiar with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Proven experience as a pediatrician
- In depth knowledge of children epidemiology and infectious diseases
- Exquisite knowledge of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation principles and techniques
- Up to speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side-effects
- Familiarity with traditional and web-based prescription system.
- Basic computer skills
- DEA Certificate
- Active listener, patient and calm
- Outstanding diagnostic and problem solving abilities
- Excellent communications skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
- Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms
- Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
- Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions
- Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
- Prepare and administer vaccines according to the governmental vaccination plan
- Examine and treat injuries and refer the little patients to physicians of other disciplines when necessary (e.g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.)
- Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures
- Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
- Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences
- Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide Verification and recertification when requested by management.
Family Practice Physician
Provides comprehensive medical services for members of family, regardless of age or sex within scope of training. Services include: Preventative care, immunizations, primary care and treatment, health education, Prescribing of medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations, STD screenings, Vision/hearing, women’s health, family planning, , nutrition. No hospital call or rounds. Maybe asked to supervise PA and NP. May be asked to provide training to resident physicians or physician extender students. Note: The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Medical Degree (MD, DO)
- Family Practice Residency training
Experience: (Required)
- Within scope of training
- Familiar with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Basic computer skills Licensure/Certification: as appropriate
- Medical License, DEA Certificate
- BLS and PALS certified
- Board certified or Board eligible within three year of residency training
- Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide Verification and recertification when requested by management.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications and immunization status.
- Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history.
- Examines patients for symptoms or physical information.
- Orders or executes various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
- Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses condition of patient.
- Administers or prescribes treatments.
- Determines and prescribes medication, dosage and schedule given the patient’s condition and allergies.
- Discusses any possible side effects to medication or immunization with patient.
- Prescribes vaccinations to immunize patient from communicable diseases.
- Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient’s well-being.
- Documents the patient’s visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action.
- Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
- conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
- Administer Family Planning services in compliance with title X
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Full-Time, Waverly, TN
Scope of practice includes children from birth to adulthood, treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, well-child and adolescent care, chronically ill children and newborns.
Education/Experience – Minimum requirements include: Bachelor of Science Nursing required, Masters of Science Nursing preferred. Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse practitioner program. Minimum three (3) years of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting, plus two (2) years of nurse practitioner experience. Current state registered nurse license. Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority. Current CPR certification. MS Office preferably in Excel and Word; ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail.
Duties:
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
- Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
- Other duties as assigned.
Otolaryngologist–ENT
Otolaryngologist – Ears, Nose, and Throat – – Full Time position with large multispecialty group on a shareholder track! Must have excellent bedside manner, and ready to take on a very busy practice.
Provides comprehensive medical service by diagnose and treat diseases of the ear, nose, upper pharynx, larynx, oral cavity, and other head and neck structures. Determine the nature and severity of the disorder, and prescribe medications or conduct surgery. Perform tests to find out the severity of hearing or speech loss due to diseases or injuries; perform reconstructive surgery to treat birth defects; remove benign and malignant tumors of the face and neck; install cochlear implants; and treat sleep disorders. Work closely with other physicians of other medical specialties to solve various medical issues or perform extensive surgery.
Education:
• Medical Degree with specialization in Otolaryngology
• Medical License
• Board certified or Board eligible within three year of residency training
• BLS certified
Experience: (Required) a minimum of 3 years in a physician owned practice.
Responsibilities
• Conduct thorough examinations
• Examine patients to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms
• Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
• Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions
• Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities
• Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.)
• Keep abreast of advancements in Otolaryngology and best practices by attending seminars and conferences
• Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide Verification and recertification when requested by management.
FNP/PA FT–Fairview–Every Saturday 8 am-1 pm
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Full-Time is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients, working in our Fairview Location – 4 days during the week and Every Saturday 8-1. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant may specialize in a specific type of clinical care, e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics; participating in a team environment to include open communication, trust, accountability and mutual respect. Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner or Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Nurse Practitioner
- Minimum requirements include: Bachelor of Science Nursing required, Masters of Science Nursing preferred.
- Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse practitioner program.
- Current state registered nurse license.
- Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority.
- Current CPR certification.
- MS Office preferably in Excel and Word; ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail.
- Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program.
- Four years of health care experience prior to applying to PA program, plus one year of experience as PA, preferably in clinic setting.
- National certification from the National Commission on Certification of PA
- Current state license as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority.
- Current CPR certification.
- MS Office preferably in Excel and Word; ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with ADA regulations.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PERFORM DEPARTMENT DUTIES IN A TIMELY AND EFFICIENT MANNER.
Duties include the following, but are not limited to:
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
- Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
- Other duties as assigned.
FNP/PA PT–Fairview–Every Saturday 8 am-1 pm
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Full-Time is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients, working in our Fairview Location – 4 days during the week and Every Saturday 8-1. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant may specialize in a specific type of clinical care, e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics; participating in a team environment to include open communication, trust, accountability and mutual respect. Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner or Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Nurse Practitioner
- Minimum requirements include: Bachelor of Science Nursing required, Masters of Science Nursing preferred.
- Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse practitioner program.
- Current state registered nurse license.
- Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority.
- Current CPR certification.
- MS Office preferably in Excel and Word; ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail.
- Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program.
- Four years of health care experience prior to applying to PA program, plus one year of experience as PA, preferably in clinic setting.
- National certification from the National Commission on Certification of PA
- Current state license as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority.
- Current CPR certification.
- MS Office preferably in Excel and Word; ability to work with limited supervision; possess strong verbal communication skills, good organization skills and attention to detail
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with ADA regulations.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PERFORM DEPARTMENT DUTIES IN A TIMELY AND EFFICIENT MANNER.
Duties include the following, but are not limited to:
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
- Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
- Other duties as assigned.
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