Physician Specialist - Shift Based-Hospice Palliative Care

Position Details

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 8.00

Shift :

Location : 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate : Min $0.00 Mid $0.00

Position Summary

Responsible to the Medical Director/Co-Leader in the Ambulatory environment. The Physician has responsibility for the care of assigned patients within LRH, and for the care and treatment of patients seen in consultation with other Lakeland Regional Health (LRH) clinical departments. As an active member of the hospital medical staff, the Physician role models the organization’s mission, goals, culture, and vision in all interactions with staff and in the provision of clinical care. As a medical provider, the Physician works with the Medical Staff Co-Leader and other members of the treatment team in the development of clinical programs.

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All That We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

People At The Heart Of All We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

Standard Work: Physician Specialist - Shift Based

• Actively participates in team development, achieving dashboards, and in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
• Provides quality clinical care to assigned patients admitted to the various treatment programs. Provides care in keeping with the Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of LRHMG.
• Carries out job duties in a manner that enhances positive professional relationships with hospital staff, patients, families, and other physicians.
• Responsible for special projects as assigned.
• Works within the multi-disciplinary team structure to facilitate positive treatment outcomes.
• Serves as a clinical supervisor for other clinicians as assigned.
• Strives to develop clinical patient care opportunities that meet the care needs of the Lakeland area and are in keeping with the Mission of the hospital. Provides high quality consultation-liaison services to the other clinical departments within Lakeland Regional Health.

Competencies & Skills

Essential:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to resolve conflict in constructive manner. Ability to empathize with others.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

Medical Degree

Essential:

Medical Degree ( M.D. or D.O.) and accredited Residency training.

Other information:

Licenses Essential: Current Florida State License

Certifications Essential: Board Certified Eligible