Physician Per Diem - Wound Therapy

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD

JOB SUMMARY: 

Provides services to diagnose and treat patients for wound care and hyperbaric medicine. Coordinates care with referring physicians and collaborates with other providers. Provides input in the development of standards of care. Ensures the adequacy of treatment for all persons served through policy and procedure review, protocol development, and clinical oversight of the delivery of care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners   
• Proof of Hyperbaric Training in accordance with the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) and/or National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT).
• Current BLS, and ACLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Provision of training, supervision, consultation, and education to staff and physicians.
• Participation in performance improvement, outcomes management and quality and safety activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. 

Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:        

• Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing• Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching• Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be foundby clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.