Physician - South Carolina DDSN : Job Details

Job Responsibilities*This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still be considered and do not need to reapply*About Our AgencyThe South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:intellectual disability and related disabilitiesautism spectrum disordertraumatic brain injuryspinal cord injury and similar disabilityAbout Pee Dee Regional CenterPee Dee Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Florence, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.Job ResponsibilitiesThrough professional oversight, the incumbent ensures that medical services provided at Pee Dee Center comply with Health Care Guidelines, ICF guidelines, Internal Procedures, and Departmental Directives. Actively evaluates, diagnoses, and treats medical disorders or injuries for consumers. Facilitates the exchange of medical information and ideas between physicians, nurse practitioners and related professional staff.Serves as Medical Director providing professional oversight to medical providers (staff physicians and nurse practitioners). Ensures that residents receive preventative services and prompt treatment for acute and chronic health conditions with DPH standards for physician's services. Ensures 24 hour physician medical coverage for the residents.Prepares medical histories and examines new residents admitted to Pee Dee Center. Provides physicals to all residents in assigned caseload on an annual basis.Diagnoses physical disorders and administers medical treatment as required to meet the health needs of residents in assigned patient caseload. Documents medical status in physician's notes. Assists in coverage for other physician's caseload as required.Participates in interdisciplinary Team Meetings and Quarterly Drug Reviews as required to address patient care.Provides medical care to residents after hours, holidays, and weekends on a scheduled rotation.Other related duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysPaid Parental LeaveHealth, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life InsuranceState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsMinimum and Additional RequirementsGraduate of an approved and accredited school of medicine with a M.D. Degree; completion of internship or one year residency training program.Preferred QualificationsExtensive knowledge of principles and practice of medicine in the care and treatment of the physically ill; extensive knowledge of the techniques involved in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries. Knowledge of primary care medicine with the ability to function in an outpatient, long-term care setting. Ability to supervise professional staff. Strong communication skills; ability to convey clear and concise instructions to colleagues and staff; good interpersonal skills; good organizational skills.Additional CommentsAbout Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex -including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.