Internal Medicine - Extensivist Opportunity

Company: Trinity Health
Location: Boise
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group (SAMG) has an excellent full time employment opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Internal Medicine physician to join an Extensivist clinic, located on the campus of Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, Idaho.? SAMG is a physician led and accountable 450 provider multi-specialty group practice. The Extensivist clinic, similar to a Complex Care or Discharge clinic, uses an innovative team approach with a physician, advanced practice provider, pharmacist and case management to provide services to patients following an inpatient stay or Emergency Department (ED) visit.? This team takes care of highly complex patients (approximately 30 encounters per week) with the goal of coordinating care, facilitating referrals, providing prescription medication education and support, and other services to ultimately reduce the likelihood of readmission to the inpatient facility or ED.? ? The schedule for this opportunity is a traditional clinic work week, Monday-Friday, with no less than 34 hours of scheduled patient contact time. There is no call currently associated with this opportunity. Support for the Extensivist clinic includes 24/7 CRNA Anesthesia; Level IV Trauma Center; ED; Saint Alphonsus IM/Geriatrics/Palliative Clinic on-site; community family medicine clinics; Saint Alphonsus Health System specialty physicians rotate in outreach, larger system resources. The ideal candidate will have the following requirements: three or more years of Internal Medicine experience in a clinical setting; successful completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program; Board Certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), or obtain such certification within three years of employment; and obtain Idaho medical licensure to practice medicine in all its phases, including valid controlled substance registration with Idaho Boards of Pharmacy and DEA.? This is an exciting opportunity for the right Internal Medicine physician to join a growing team with Saint Alphonsus Medical Group. RECRUITMENT PACKAGE An excellent compensation and benefits package is available for the right candidate including: Sign-on Incentives Student Loan Repayment Relocation PTO & CME Allocation Malpractice Insurance (Incl. Tail) Health/Dental/Vision Retirement (403b) ABOUT THE FACILITY Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center ? Boise, Idaho, is a 387 bed regional medical center serving people throughout the Northwest and is the principal provider of advanced, innovative and interdisciplinary services.? It is also the region?s only ACS verified Level II Trauma Center whose annual trauma volumes exceed 1,250 with over 400 patients with an ISS>16. Trauma is predominantly blunt in nature.? There are a wide range of subspecialty services available 24/7, including strong trauma/surgical critical care, neurosurgical coverage, in-house interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons and fellowship trained intensivists and cardiologists. As a not-for-profit medical center, Saint Alphonsus reinvests profits back into the community and works to improve the health and well-being of those we serve by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, innovative and community based.? It focuses on providing services in a spiritual, healing environment; is renowned for its state-of-the-art digital environment and pioneering technologies including advanced imaging capabilities; and is known for its award-winning clinical services. The medical center is part of Saint Alphonsus Health System, a growing four-hospital, 714-bed integrated healthcare system serving the full range of the health and wellness needs of the people in southwestern Idaho, eastern Oregon and northern Nevada.? The system is comprised of Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, Idaho, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Nampa, Idaho, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Ontario, Oregon and Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Baker City, Oregon.? Saint Alphonsus Health System is a member of Trinity Health, the second largest Catholic Health System in the nation.? Trinity Health is based in Livonia, Michigan. For more information about Saint Alphonsus Health System, www.saintalphonsus.org COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION Boise, Idaho , is an economically vibrant and growing community.? Boise is a mid-sized metropolitan area of approximately 640,000 people.? A commercial center in the Northwest, Boise is an outdoor enthusiast?s paradise and a flourishing scene for arts, entertainment and collegiate and professional sports.? Known as the ?City of Trees,? Boise also offers a reasonable cost of living, low crime rate, excellent cultural programs, numerous neighborhood parks and nearby national forests and rivers.? Idaho's culture of physician independence also makes it one of the best places in America to be a practicing physician. Several high-profile publications rank the Boise metro area as one of the best places in the country to do business and live. Outside Magazine recently said, ?The winner for best overall town in the western U.S. is Boise, Idaho.? Forbes recently ranked the Boise metro area 2 nd for raising a family; particularly noting its low crime and high school quality, not to mention the chance to mix urban and outdoor lifestyles. CNN/Money ranks the Boise metro area 3 rd best place to retire and also named Idaho as the friendliest state for small businesses. Medscape Medical News identifies Boise and Idaho as the Best City and State to practice medicine in the West & Northwest Region of the U.S. For many, work life in Boise is characterized by diverse industries, like technology, government and financial services.? Boise is headquarters for several major companies and manufacturing facilities.? The corporate community includes Fortune 500 members: Hewlett Packard, Boise Cascade, Washington Group International and Micron Technology.? Leading employers also include state government, universities, regional health centers and high tech companies. When it comes to enjoyment, there are many ways to play in Boise.? Situated where the high desert meets the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, Boise is the gateway to exceptional recreational opportunities including: world famous white-water rafting, Nordic and Alpine skiing, snowboarding, hunting, fishing, backpacking, hiking, biking, and camping.? A charming downtown area delights residents with fine dining, theater, dance clubs and live music.? Summer nights are spent taking in performances at the Idaho Shakespeare Festival or enjoying outdoor live concerts at the Idaho Center.? A regional hub for jazz and theater, and home to The Boise Center which hosts numerous functions throughout the year, Boise is a delightful blend of traditional and non-traditional sights and attractions. For more information on Boise, please visit www.boise.org Saint Alphonsus Medical Group (SAMG) has an excellent full time employment opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Internal Medicine

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