Physician - GI Hospitalist

• Specialty: GI Hospitalist 
• Schedule: 7on / 7 off, weekdays and weekend coverage
• Call Schedule: On call during 7on with midlevel support
• Practice Detail: Joining a busy hospital service with physicians and mid level support
• EMR System: Cerner -One Chart
• Facility: UAB ST. Vincent's Birmingham
• Location: Birmingham Alabama

Uab St. Vincent's is looking for a GI Hospitalist to join our team at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with UAB St. Vincentssto provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights:

• Full time position working 7on /7off
• Great benefit package
• Busy metropolitan area with recreational activities and busy night life
• Growing surrounding suburban areas with strong school systems

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. 
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Licensed Graduate Doctoral Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.