Physician Advisor (San Antonio)

Come to San Antonio, TX and take your career to the next level! We are seeking an experienced, board-certified physician to join our team. This is a full-time, ON-SITE position. The Physician Advisor will be responsible for Baptist Medical Center and Mission Trail Baptist Hospital; however, the PA will be located primarily at Baptist Medical Center. While experience as a PA is preferred, candidates with a strong desire to succeed will be considered.

The PA is responsible to the hospital CFO for the coordination and management of medical staff affairs, liaison with medical staff, assistance in quality/process improvement and utilization review programs. The PA will also develop and coordinate the appropriate medical education and hospital-based research for the case management department, manage the administration of the hospitals medical staff functions and generally provide professional expertise for administration in medical affairs and the promotion of favorable professional relations within the hospital and community.

• Promote processes for patients to receive medically necessary and high-quality care throughout the continuum of care.
• Stay abreast of professional best practices and community standards of care.
• Assist administration in reducing financial risks associated with denials that are due to providing medically unnecessary or preventable services and extended length of stays

About San Antonio

A city rich in history, bursting with culture, and booming with modern attractions, San Antonio invites residents and visitors to discover what's old and explore what's new. From our spectacular parks and green spaces to festive seasonal events, to local shopping, dining, and drinking, we have it all. The Alamo, an 18th-century Spanish mission preserved as a museum, marks an infamous battle for Texan independence from Mexico. Following the San Antonio River, the miles-long River Walk is a landmark pedestrian promenade lined with cafs and shops. Get a bird's-eye view of the city from Hemisfair Park's 750-ft Tower of the Americas. Explore a variety of museums, enjoy the symphony or theater, celebrate during Fiesta, or catch a Spurs game. There is something for everyone!

• No state income tax
• The city is projected to welcome 1.1 million new residents by 2040 and demographically represents what the US will look like in the future.
• Professional sports - San Antonio Spurs (NBA), San Antonio Missions baseball (MiLB), San Antonio FC soccer (USL), San Antonio Brahmas (XFL), and the annual Stock Show & Rodeo

Criteria

• Experience as a physician leader in a large system, hospital, integrated delivery system or leader of a large complex department
• Reputation as an excellent clinician with a minimum of 5 years of experience involving excellent patient care in a hospital setting
• MD or DO with current Texas license in good standing
• On site required
• Board Certification in a specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.

For immediate consideration, please submit CV.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.