Staff Physician at University of Dayton in Dayton, OH

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Position Summary: The University of Dayton Student Health Center is looking for our next excellent physician! Use your superb medical skills to empower the next generation of leaders: Join a vibrant, mission-driven team dedicated to supporting student success and holistic wellbeing through compassionate, high-quality health care at the University of Dayton Student Health Center. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans; tuition assistance for employees and dependents; professional development opportunities; and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Become part of a community committed to excellence and service in the Marianist tradition. Under the direction of the Medical Director and in accordance with established standards of medical practice, the Staff Physician provides comprehensive primary health care services to a diverse population of students at the University of Dayton. The physician is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management of a wide spectrum of medical conditions, including acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, mental health concerns, and other issues specific to college-age individuals. They also provide patient education and preventive care and serve as an important resource in support of the students' holistic wellbeing. % | Duties/Responsibilities 50% | Patient Evaluation and Treatment: - Providing primary health care services for students. - Evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients. - Taking detailed medical histories, including current concerns, past medical history, review of systems, family history, habits, and allergies. - Performing physical examinations. - Assessing and managing students with acute, episodic and chronic illnesses. - Evaluating and managing injuries, including conditions like concussions, sprains, and lacerations. - Determining appropriate diagnoses and prescribing specialized treatment plans, medications, or therapies. - Placing orders for needed lab work, X-rays, or other diagnostic tests and evaluating/interpreting results. - Requesting further medical evaluations as necessary and making referrals to specialists or hospital care. - Providing urgent care services for students presenting without scheduled appointments, when necessary. - Performing common minor office procedures, such as suturing lacerations, removing foreign bodies, treating warts, performing toenail surgeries, or performing excision/biopsy of minor lesions. - Performing various types of physical examinations, including routine, entrance, athletic, pre-matriculation, employment, and study abroad exams. - Managing students with complex health conditions, within the appropriate scope of care. 25% | Patient Education and Prevention: - Explaining diagnoses and treatment plans to educate students. - Providing comprehensive instructions on medication or therapy administration. - Offering relevant health instruction, counseling, and education on health promotion and maintenance. - Actively promoting disease prevention activities. 5% | Specialized Clinical Areas: - Assessment and management of mental health conditions, such as adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety. - Providing basic gynecology and women's health care, including exams, screenings, hormone regulation, STI evaluation, testing and treatment. - Providing travel consultations and advising on travel immunizations. - Evaluating disordered eating. - Managing infectious diseases. 10% | Documentation and Record Keeping: - Preparing adequate, appropriate, and accurate documentation of all students encountered. - Completing medical records and patient correspondence in a timely manner (3 business days, unless special circumstances). - Utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) system for notes and scheduling. 5% | Collaboration and Consultation: - Working collaboratively and cooperatively with nurses