INTERNAL MEDICINE FACULTYKnoxville, TN Seeking a mission-driven Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program as Faculty . This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a young, dynamic residency program while enjoying the quality of life in one of Tennessee's most desirable regions. Position Highlights : <ul><li>Outpatient-only teaching and supervision role within the residency continuity clinic </li><li> Weekly schedule: 4 clinical days, admin day, Thursdays reserved for didactics </li><li> Minimal call (0-3/week after hours) shared with residents and faculty </li><li> Opportunity to develop a small personal patient panel alongside teaching responsibilities </li><li> Help design clinic workflows and educational frameworks for a growing program </li><li> Supportive, collegial leadership and well-structured operations </li></ul>Compensation & Benefits : <ul><li> Base salary ranging between $280K-$300K commensurate with experience plus wRVU productivity model; RVUs tracked from month one and reconciled quarterly </li><li> Quality bonus - up to $30K annually </li><li> Sign-on bonus - up to $30K (prorated 3-year payback) </li><li> Relocation Assistance - up to $15K based on receipts </li><li> Teaching stipend $26K/year (a minimum of 10 hrs. per week for continuity clinic rotations required) </li><li> APP Supervision: $1,000 per month for first 1.0 FTE APP, $750 per month for second 1.0 FTE APP, $500 per month for third 1.0 FTE APP </li><li> Medical education loan repayment up to $75K over three years </li><li> Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, CME allowance $4,500 and 5 business days, malpractice coverage, and generous PTO </li></ul>Qualifications : <ul><li> BC/BE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Rheumatology board certification a plus) </li><li> Demonstrated interest or experience in medical education (2+ years preferred, but new graduates with strong academic are encouraged to apply) </li><li> Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement </li><li> Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to thrive in a developing program environment </li></ul>About the Community <ul><li> Knoxville offers a low cost of living , four-season climate, vibrant cultural scene, and easy access to the Smoky Mountains. </li><li> Enjoy a thriving community with excellent schools , outdoor recreation , and a welcoming atmosphere. </li></ul> Job Reference #: IM 25872<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uACDoyOpNYNBd%2fG8HgAIKwm" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Faculty**

Seeking a mission-driven Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program as Faculty. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a young, dynamic residency program while enjoying the quality of life in one of Tennessee's most desirable regions.

**Job Description**

- Outpatient-only teaching and supervision role within the residency continuity clinic
- Weekly schedule: 4 clinical days, admin day, Thursdays reserved for didactics
- Minimal call (0-3/week after hours) shared with residents and faculty
- Opportunity to develop a small personal patient panel alongside teaching responsibilities
- Help design clinic workflows and educational frameworks for a growing program
- Supportive, collegial leadership and well-structured operations

**Compensation & Benefits**

- Base salary ranging between $280K-$300K commensurate with experience plus wRVU productivity model; RVUs tracked from month one and reconciled quarterly
- Quality bonus - up to $30K annually
- Sign-on bonus - up to $30K (prorated 3-year payback)
- Relocation Assistance - up to $15K based on receipts
- Teaching stipend $26K/year (a minimum of 10 hrs. per week for continuity clinic rotations required)
- APP Supervision: $1,000 per month for first 1.0 FTE APP, $750 per month for second 1.0 FTE APP, $500 per month for third 1.0 FTE APP
- Medical education loan repayment up to $75K over three years
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, CME allowance $4,500 and 5 business days, malpractice coverage, and generous PTO

**Requirements**

- BC/BE in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (Rheumatology board certification a plus)
- Demonstrated interest or experience in medical education (2+ years preferred, but new graduates with strong academic are encouraged to apply)
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to thrive in a developing program environment

**Community Overview**

Knoxville offers a low cost of living, four-season climate, vibrant cultural scene, and easy access to the Smoky Mountains. Enjoy a thriving community with excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Internal Medicine Physician

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.</li><li>Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.</li><li>Participate in patient care plan meetings.</li><li>Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.</li><li>Train and orient staff as necessary.</li><li>Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.</li><li>Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.</li><li>Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.</li><li>With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.</li><li>Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.</li><li>Supervise all documentation of patient information.</li><li>Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.</li><li>Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.</li><li>Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.</li><li>Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.</li><li>Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.</li><li>Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.</li><li>Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.</li><li>Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.</li><li>Admit new patients according to facility procedure.</li><li>Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.</li><li>Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.</li><li>Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.</li><li>Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.</li><li>Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility</li><li>Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator</li><li>Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff</li><li>Promote efficient use of medical supplies.</li><li>Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and 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.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and i n teraction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperatu r e control and moderate noise levels. May b e exposed to infectious and con t agious diseases/materials.</li></ul></li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.<ul><li>Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direc t Patien t Car e Staff , War d Cler k a s assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)</li><li>Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.</li><li>Medical/surgical nursing preferred.</li><li>Supervisory or management experience preferred.</li><li>Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.</li></ul> <ul><li>Good communication skills - verbal and written.</li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VlFO9veTF6BWVy%2fEnLIR4wn" width="0" height="0" />

**Charge Nurse**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis-related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility.
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and 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.

- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Additional Information**

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans.

Clinical Coordinator - Charge Registered Nurse - RN

Work in the "Gold Capital of Tennessee"! Regional medical center is seeking a Outpatient and Inpatient focused practice ERCP experience preferred.This physician will practice at a medical center, which achieved Leapfrog Patient Safety "A" Grade in spring 2019. The hospital provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, maternity services, cancer care and advanced wound care. Several similar positions available throughout EasHospital Employee, Traditional. WRVU production incentives. Signing Bonus available, contact us for details. Relocation Bonus available. No state income tax and low cost of living . ERCP experience preferred, but not necessary. Community is nestled between Knoxville and Nashville.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?FlA2m7Fs1RfP51d18p0D3Ae" width="0" height="0" />

**Outpatient and Inpatient Focused Practice**

Work in the "Gold Capital of Tennessee"! Regional medical center is seeking a physician with ERCP experience preferred. This physician will practice at a medical center, which achieved Leapfrog Patient Safety "A" Grade in spring 2019. The hospital provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, maternity services, cancer care, and advanced wound care. Several similar positions are available throughout the area.

**Job Description**

- Hospital employee position with a traditional practice model
- WRVU production incentives
- Signing bonus available
- Relocation bonus available
- No state income tax and low cost of living

**Requirements**

- ERCP experience preferred, but not necessary

**Community Overview**

The community is nestled between Knoxville and Nashville.

Physician / Gastroenterology / Tennessee / Locum Tenens / Gastroenterology Practice Options Available in Eastern Tennessee Job

Work in the "Gold Capital of Tennessee"! Regional medical center is seeking a Outpatient and Inpatient focused practice ERCP experience preferred.This physician will practice at a medical center, which achieved Leapfrog Patient Safety "A" Grade in spring 2019. The hospital provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, maternity services, cancer care and advanced wound care. Several similar positions available throughout EasHospital Employee, Traditional.&nbsp;&nbsp;WRVU production incentives.&nbsp;&nbsp;Signing Bonus available, contact us for details.&nbsp;&nbsp;Relocation Bonus available.&nbsp;&nbsp;No state income tax and low cost of living .&nbsp;&nbsp;ERCP experience preferred, but not necessary.&nbsp;&nbsp;Community is nestled between Knoxville and Nashville.&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AiY%2b5J93oWdTD%2bpluN6ziAk" width="0" height="0" />

**Outpatient and Inpatient Focused Practice**

Work in the "Gold Capital of Tennessee"! Regional medical center is seeking a physician with ERCP experience preferred. This physician will practice at a medical center, which achieved Leapfrog Patient Safety "A" Grade in spring 2019. The hospital provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, maternity services, cancer care, and advanced wound care. Several similar positions are available throughout the area.

**Job Description**

- Hospital employee position with traditional practice model
- WRVU production incentives
- Signing bonus available
- Relocation bonus available
- No state income tax and low cost of living
- ERCP experience preferred, but not necessary

**Community Overview**

The community is nestled between Knoxville and Nashville.

Physician / Gastroenterology / Tennessee / Permanent / Gastroenterology Practice Options Available in Eastern Tennessee Job

Seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine Physician to join our Internal Medicine Residency Continuity Clinic team working with and teaching residents. Full-time hospital employed position 100% outpatient setting Serve as a clinical preceptor, supervising and mentoring Internal Medicine residents in their continuity clinic Guide residents in evidence-based patient care, professional development, and practice management Supervise residents in their documentation in the EMR, writing of orders, and articulation of care plans by reviewing resident notes and adding the appropriate addendums Provide two didactic lectures per year Complete annual evaluations Work in a collaborative, team-based academic environment with opportunities for scholarly activities Base Salary Compensation Package May also Include: Generous base salary plus bonus incentives Relocation assistance and commencement bonus Medical education loan repayment assistance Residency stipend for qualifying candidates Full malpractice coverage Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k) Excellent health benefits with 401K Paid CME time with annual allowance Personal time off (PTO) J1 visa support is not available at this location About the community: Knoxville is in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is home to the University of Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority, and close to a National Lab and high-tech industry. Perfect for those loving the outdoors. With a population of approx. 600K, the city also has many cultural opportunities. The Knox County school system is very strong with a variety of private schools also. With low crime, mild weather, and no state income tax, Knoxville is a great place to raise a family and grow a practice! Keep more of what you earn - Tennessee has NO State Income Tax! APPLY NOW or TEXT Job and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412. Search all of our provider opportunities here: brittmedica DOT com<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AiY%2b5J93oWf9e26dV1W1Iwk" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

Seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Internal Medicine Physician to join our Internal Medicine Residency Continuity Clinic team working with and teaching residents. This is a full-time hospital-employed position in a 100% outpatient setting.

**Job Description**

- Serve as a clinical preceptor, supervising and mentoring Internal Medicine residents in their continuity clinic
- Guide residents in evidence-based patient care, professional development, and practice management
- Supervise residents in their documentation in the EMR, writing of orders, and articulation of care plans by reviewing resident notes and adding the appropriate addendums
- Provide two didactic lectures per year
- Complete annual evaluations
- Work in a collaborative, team-based academic environment with opportunities for scholarly activities

**Benefits**

- Generous base salary plus bonus incentives
- Relocation assistance and commencement bonus
- Medical education loan repayment assistance
- Residency stipend for qualifying candidates
- Full malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
- Excellent health benefits with 401(k)
- Paid CME time with annual allowance
- Personal time off (PTO)
- J1 visa support is not available at this location

**Community Overview**

Knoxville is in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is home to the University of Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority, and is close to a National Lab and high-tech industry. It is perfect for those who love the outdoors. With a population of approximately 600K, the city also has many cultural opportunities. The Knox County school system is very strong with a variety of private schools available. With low crime, mild weather, and no state income tax, Knoxville is a great place to raise a family and grow a practice! Keep more of what you earn - Tennessee has no state income tax!

Physician / Internal Medicine / Tennessee / Permanent / Internal Medicine Preceptor opening near Knoxville, TN Job

Internal Medicine OpportunityKnoxville, TN more information on this Internal Medicine opening and others like it through Metropolis, a Provider Engagement Platform that connects you with organizations in the top 100 Metropolitan areas. Metropolis sources physicians according to each organization's search parameters in a secure, hands-off environment where you can passively or actively evaluate available openings. Metropolis is designed to be user friendly, as it requires very little oversight, offers 24/7 updates on openings without being bombarded by recruiters, and can be easily accessed via laptop, smart phone, or smart device. Unlike traditional job boards, Metropolis offers a confidential experience for both the healthcare facilities and the candidatesMetropolis does not allow recruiting firms on the platform and only shares your information if an organization matches your specific preferences. Additionally, you have the ability to omit facilities you dont want to match with. Lastly, Metropolis operates off sincerity and integrity; job postings will never claim a job is located in the city when it is actually over an hour away.Im already set to interview! I really like Metropolis and love the direct connection to the organization! Jacksonville CandidateGo to the link below to get connected with Internal Medicine openings!<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?FlA2m7Fs1RfIRFHpKMyaHge" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Opportunity**

Join our dynamic team in Knoxville, TN, through Metropolis, a Provider Engagement Platform that connects you with organizations in the top 100 Metropolitan areas. Metropolis sources physicians according to each organization's search parameters in a secure, hands-off environment where you can passively or actively evaluate available openings. 

Metropolis is designed to be user-friendly, as it requires very little oversight, offers 24/7 updates on openings without being bombarded by recruiters, and can be easily accessed via laptop, smartphone, or smart device. Unlike traditional job boards, Metropolis offers a confidential experience for both the healthcare facilities and the candidates. 

Metropolis does not allow recruiting firms on the platform and only shares your information if an organization matches your specific preferences. Additionally, you have the ability to omit facilities you don't want to match with. Lastly, Metropolis operates off sincerity and integrity; job postings will never claim a job is located in the city when it is actually over an hour away.

**Job Description**

- Connect with Internal Medicine openings through Metropolis.
- Enjoy a direct connection to the organization.



Physician / Internal Medicine / Tennessee / Permanent / Internal Medicine Opening, Knoxville, Tennessee Job

CRNA Locum Tenens (Nights) Start Date: 9/29/2025 Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: 11:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. (5x8s mandatory; 8s and 10s only) Schedule: No call, no weekends Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital Travel & Lodging: Covered Case Types: General, Neuro, Ortho, Cardio, GYN, URO, Robotics, ENT, Plastics, Limited Peds, GI, IR, Cath Lab Details: <ul><li>Cerner charting</li><li>18 ORs</li><li>CRNA to MD ratio: 5:1</li><li>MDs supervise only (not doing own cases)</li><li>Must be flexible and open to working across both hospital systems </li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?nyOUPDb5fxKh8GClBmu6qQq" width="0" height="0" />

**CRNA Locum Tenens (Nights)**

Join our team as a CRNA Locum Tenens, starting on September 29, 2025, for a 13-week contract. This position offers night shifts from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with a mandatory schedule of five 8-hour shifts. There are no call requirements and no weekend work, all within an acute care hospital setting. Travel and lodging expenses are covered.

**Job Description**

- Case types include General, Neuro, Ortho, Cardio, GYN, URO, Robotics, ENT, Plastics, Limited Peds, GI, IR, and Cath Lab.
- Cerner charting is utilized.
- The facility has 18 operating rooms.
- The CRNA to MD ratio is 5:1.
- MDs supervise only and do not perform their own cases.
- Must be flexible and open to working across both hospital systems.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine Physician to join our Internal Medicine Residency Continuity Clinic team working with and teaching residents. <ul><li> Full-time hospital employed position </li><li> 100% outpatient setting </li><li> Serve as a clinical preceptor, supervising and mentoring Internal Medicine residents in their continuity clinic </li><li> Guide residents in evidence-based patient care, professional development, and practice management </li><li> Supervise residents in their documentation in the EMR, writing of orders, and articulation of care plans by reviewing resident notes and adding the appropriate addendums </li><li> Provide two didactic lectures per year </li><li> Complete annual evaluations </li><li> Work in a collaborative, team-based academic environment with opportunities for scholarly activities </li></ul> Base Salary Compensation Package May also Include: <ul><li> Generous base salary plus bonus incentives </li><li> Relocation assistance and commencement bonus </li><li> Medical education loan repayment assistance </li><li> Residency stipend for qualifying candidates </li><li> Full malpractice coverage </li><li> Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k) </li><li> Excellent health benefits with 401K </li><li> Paid CME time with annual allowance </li><li> Personal time off (PTO) </li><li> J1 visa support is not available at this location </li></ul> About the community: Knoxville is in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is home to the University of Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority, and close to a National Lab and high-tech industry. Perfect for those loving the outdoors. With a population of approx. 600K, the city also has many cultural opportunities. The Knox County school system is very strong with a variety of private schools also. With low crime, mild weather, and no state income tax, Knoxville is a great place to raise a family and grow a practice! Keep more of what you earn - Tennessee has NO State Income Tax! APPLY NOW or TEXT Job and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412. Search all of our provider opportunities here: brittmedica DOT com <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ob9pZU%2bgDtOdN1iTww6auwv" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

Seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine Physician to join our Internal Medicine Residency Continuity Clinic team working with and teaching residents.

**Job Description**

- Full-time hospital employed position
- 100% outpatient setting
- Serve as a clinical preceptor, supervising and mentoring Internal Medicine residents in their continuity clinic
- Guide residents in evidence-based patient care, professional development, and practice management
- Supervise residents in their documentation in the EMR, writing of orders, and articulation of care plans by reviewing resident notes and adding the appropriate addendums
- Provide two didactic lectures per year
- Complete annual evaluations
- Work in a collaborative, team-based academic environment with opportunities for scholarly activities

**Benefits**

- Generous base salary plus bonus incentives
- Relocation assistance and commencement bonus
- Medical education loan repayment assistance
- Residency stipend for qualifying candidates
- Full malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
- Paid CME time with annual allowance
- Personal time off (PTO)
- J1 visa support is not available at this location

**Community Overview**

Knoxville is in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is home to the University of Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority, and close to a National Lab and high-tech industry. Perfect for those loving the outdoors. With a population of approximately 600K, the city also has many cultural opportunities. The Knox County school system is very strong with a variety of private schools also. With low crime, mild weather, and no state income tax, Knoxville is a great place to raise a family and grow a practice!

Keep more of what you earn - Tennessee has no state income tax!

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies as the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. </li><li> Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. </li><li> Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Has a larger range within the department. </li><li> Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. </li><li> Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable. </li><li> Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. </li><li> Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collections and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety. </li><li> Experienced leadership required for multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. </li><li> An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function. </li><li> Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that effect immediate organization(s). </li><li> Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization. </li><li> Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers. </li><li> Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team. </li><li> Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. </li><li> Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. </li><li> Provides technical guidance. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. PATIENT CARE: </li></ul><ul><li> Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient. </li><li> Ensure education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems. </li><li> Directs initiation, maintenance and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency. </li><li> Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no- shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status. </li><li> Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director. </li><li> Plans, coordinates and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitate timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, and ensures coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent. </li></ul> STAFF: <ul><li> Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing, and medical supply models, to provide quality patient care, and makes recommendations. </li><li> Participates in the recruitment and interview process, and decision to hire new personnel. </li><li> Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation completed for annual in service training, and policy and procedure in service updates. </li><li> Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives. </li><li> Provides opportunities for professional growth, and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities </li><li> Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, and feedback related to performance. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, and acts as a resource to facility staff. </li><li> Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth. </li><li> Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff. </li><li> Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with the established personnel policies, and confers with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of the disciplinary decisions. </li><li> Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs. </li><li> Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility. </li><li> Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem solving. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws. </li><li> Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships and facilitating staff relationships with physicians. </li><li> Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians, through regular meetings with Directors. </li><li> Participates in Governing Body. </li><li> Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system. </li><li> Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals. </li><li> Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding. </li><li> Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, and responds as appropriate. </li><li> Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities. </li><li> Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies </li><li> Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis. </li><li> Reviews and approves facility payroll. </li><li> Reviews profit and loss statements with Director </li><li> Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys. </li><li> Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> The physical demands and 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. </li> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?oEy%2fF1rCtL0tuc%2fN52rnVAw" width="0" height="0" />

**Purpose and Scope**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensures provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety.

**Job Description**

- Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
- Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledgeable of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
- Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools.
- Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable.
- Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Experienced leadership required for a multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function.
- Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
- Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
- Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers.
- Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
- Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Provides technical guidance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Patient Care**

- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient.
- Ensures education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime.
- Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
- Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems.
- Directs initiation, maintenance, and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency.
- Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no-shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status.
- Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director.
- Plans, coordinates, and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitates timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, ensuring coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel, and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent.

**Staff**

- Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing and medical supply models to provide quality patient care, making recommendations as necessary.
- Participates in the recruitment and interview process, making decisions to hire new personnel.
- Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation is completed for annual in-service training and policy/procedure updates.
- Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives.
- Provides opportunities for professional growth and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities.
- Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, along with feedback related to performance.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, acting as a resource to facility staff.
- Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth.
- Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff.
- Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with established personnel policies, conferring with the Director and Human Resources regarding disciplinary decisions.
- Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs.
- Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility.
- Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem-solving.

**Physicians**

- Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws.
- Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships while facilitating staff relationships with physicians.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians through regular meetings with Directors.
- Participates in Governing Body meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians.

**Maintenance/Technical**

- Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system.
- Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology.

**Administrative**

- Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals.
- Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding.
- Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, responding as appropriate.
- Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities.
- Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies.
- Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis.
- Reviews and approves facility payroll.
- Reviews profit and loss statements with Director.
- Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys.
- Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and 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.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies as the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. </li><li> Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. </li><li> Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Has a larger range within the department. </li><li> Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds. </li><li> Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable. </li><li> Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. </li><li> Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collections and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety. </li><li> Experienced leadership required for multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. </li><li> An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function. </li><li> Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that effect immediate organization(s). </li><li> Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization. </li><li> Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers. </li><li> Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team. </li><li> Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. </li><li> Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations. </li><li> Provides technical guidance. </li><li> Performs other related duties as assigned. PATIENT CARE: </li></ul><ul><li> Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient. </li><li> Ensure education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems. </li><li> Directs initiation, maintenance and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency. </li><li> Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no- shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status. </li><li> Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director. </li><li> Plans, coordinates and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitate timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, and ensures coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent. </li></ul> STAFF: <ul><li> Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing, and medical supply models, to provide quality patient care, and makes recommendations. </li><li> Participates in the recruitment and interview process, and decision to hire new personnel. </li><li> Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation completed for annual in service training, and policy and procedure in service updates. </li><li> Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives. </li><li> Provides opportunities for professional growth, and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities </li><li> Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, and feedback related to performance. </li><li> Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, and acts as a resource to facility staff. </li><li> Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth. </li><li> Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff. </li><li> Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with the established personnel policies, and confers with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of the disciplinary decisions. </li><li> Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs. </li><li> Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility. </li><li> Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem solving. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws. </li><li> Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships and facilitating staff relationships with physicians. </li><li> Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians, through regular meetings with Directors. </li><li> Participates in Governing Body. </li><li> Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system. </li><li> Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals. </li><li> Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding. </li><li> Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, and responds as appropriate. </li><li> Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities. </li><li> Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies </li><li> Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis. </li><li> Reviews and approves facility payroll. </li><li> Reviews profit and loss statements with Director </li><li> Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys. </li><li> Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> The physical demands and 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. </li> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?oBTqt8adZGIVJATKya%2fHUAx" width="0" height="0" />

**Purpose and Scope**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensures provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety.

**Job Description**

- Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
- Provides leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledgeable of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
- Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools.
- Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
- Oversees facility's Home Therapies Program if applicable.
- Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records.
- Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
- Experienced leadership required for a multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities. Program or project responsibility generally within the function.
- Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
- Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
- Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers.
- Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives. Often leading a cooperative effort among members of a project team.
- Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution. Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Provides technical guidance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Patient Care**

- Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient.
- Ensures education of the patient regarding quality measures, transplant options, modality awareness, and access care, including catheter reduction and adherence to treatment regime.
- Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
- Accountable for timely completion of patient care assessments and care plans by organizing meetings of the facility's Interdisciplinary Team to discuss patient care plans and to resolve patient problems.
- Directs initiation, maintenance, and communication of efficient and timely patient schedules to ensure maximization of the facility station efficiency.
- Is aware of and develops a mechanism or process for knowing the specific situation of each patient, including hospitalizations, no-shows, catheter use, and any significant change in patient care status.
- Develops action plans for unexcused and missed treatments in collaboration with the Director.
- Plans, coordinates, and acts as the liaison for patient care as per the disease management agreement, including initial and ongoing validation of member eligibility. Facilitates timely workup of patients for access management, dialysis services, patient education, hospitalizations, and kidney transplantation as appropriate, ensuring coordination of care with the multidisciplinary renal team. Communicates changes in patient status regarding clinical, insurance, travel, and transportation issues to the disease management company. Maintains current knowledge of disease management software and systems as pertinent.

**Staff**

- Responsible for implementation of FMS staffing and medical supply models to provide quality patient care, making recommendations as necessary.
- Participates in the recruitment and interview process, making decisions to hire new personnel.
- Ensures completion of new hiring orientation and training including mandatory in-services and ICD code training when applicable. Ensures documentation is completed for annual in-service training and policy/procedure updates.
- Responsible for all patient care employees receiving appropriate training according to FMS policy, including training to ensure ongoing compliance with all FMS risk management initiatives.
- Provides opportunities for professional growth and training to ensure clinical competence and the ability for licensed staff to assume Team Leader responsibilities.
- Responsible for overseeing performance of all licensed personnel, direct patient care staff, reporting indirect patient care personnel as assigned, and when necessary, technical staff. Provides employee education and guidance, along with feedback related to performance.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding FMCNA benefits, Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes, acting as a resource to facility staff.
- Provides counseling for all clinical staff members at regular intervals offering support and encouraging professional growth.
- Completes timely employee evaluations and establishes annual goals for staff.
- Provides written documentation of all disciplinary conferences in accordance with established personnel policies, conferring with the Director and Human Resources regarding the nature of disciplinary decisions.
- Participates in Corporate and Business Unit specific employee recognition and satisfaction programs.
- Creates, maintains, and communicates efficient and timely employee schedules according to the needs of the facility.
- Creates and implements a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Process Improvement Team that involves staff in problem-solving.

**Physicians**

- Facilitates the application process for physician privileges and compliance with FMS Medical Staff By-Laws.
- Responsible for strong Director and physician relationships while facilitating staff relationships with physicians.
- Ensures regular and effective communication with all physicians through regular meetings with Directors.
- Participates in Governing Body meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates CQI meetings with physicians.

**Maintenance/Technical**

- Responsible for the integrity and safety of the facility water system.
- Must be knowledgeable in the operation of all facility equipment and technology.

**Administrative**

- Responsible for maintaining and updating all FMS manuals.
- Accountable for completion of the Annual Standing Order Review and ICD coding.
- Checks correspondence whether electronic, paper or voice mail, responding as appropriate.
- Directs information gathering as required supporting billing and collection activities.
- Responsible for efficient utilization of medication, laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in FMS formularies.
- Participates in the completion and interpretation of the Pl-17 inventory supply use analysis.
- Reviews and approves facility payroll.
- Reviews profit and loss statements with Director.
- Responsible for participating in all required Network reporting and on-site state or federal surveys.
- Participates in the completion of the FMS Administrative Clinical Review.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and 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.