Talent.com
Physician Infectious Disease
Physician Infectious DiseaseSt. Charles Health System • Bend, OR, United States
Physician Infectious Disease

Physician Infectious Disease

St. Charles Health System • Bend, OR, United States
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE : Physician - Infectious Diseases

REPORTS TO POSITION : SCMG Clinical Division Director - Medical Specialties

DEPARTMENT : St. Charles Health System

DATE LAST REVIEWED : August 2025

OUR VISION : Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION : In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES : Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

POSITION OVERVIEW : The Infectious Disease physician specializes in prevention and treatment of communicable diseases. This includes but is not limited to inpatient and outpatient treatment, public health, and surveillance measures such as Antimicrobial Stewardship program. The physician position will focus on outpatient care and participate in equal rotation of inpatient hospital call. The physician will also provide patient education and communication with other providers to facilitate ongoing care and provide follow-up care for established patients.

Work Schedule :

  • The ID physician will work a minimum of 40 hours a week

Work location :

  • St Charles Post Acute Care Clinic - 2500 NE Neff Rd, Bend, OR 97701
  • St Charles Hospital Campuses
  • Other facilities and locations as may be mutually agreed upon

    • Call Schedule :

  • Physician is expected to participate in the inpatient hospital infectious disease call rotation which is shared equally by all infectious disease physicians in the community with hospital privileges.

    • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES : (May perform additional duties of similar complexity within SCHS as required or assigned)

    Clinical Duties :

  • Telehealth-Assisting with developing and establishing telehealth consultation service
  • Practice and role model excellence in the Infectious Disease domains of diagnosis, aligning treatment goals to patient values, definitive treatment, supportive care treatment, follow-up care, promote good health and prevent illness.
  • Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.
  • Establish goals and priorities following patient and staff needs and organizational objectives. Ensure adherence to St Charles Health System and departmental policies and procedures. The assignment may include pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.
  • Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans; implement treatment, follow-up, and evaluate patients within the scope of practice protocols outlined in Infectious Disease medicine.
  • Perform patient history and physical exams as needed for procedures or admissions; document findings noting relevant normal and abnormal results.
  • Evaluate and revise intervention care / treatment plan with patient and family as necessary to achieve improved health
  • Provide accurate documentation of patient encounters, document orders, directives, procedures, and patient responses in the medical record, and communicate them to other members of the health care team
  • Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential records promptly.
  • Provide education for patients and families about preventative care, medical issues, and use of the prescribed medical treatment and equipment
  • Work as a team member with medical / nursing staff to provide comprehensive care and promote care continuity.
  • Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings, and workshops
  • Be familiar with the SCMG organization structure, communications systems, and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within the time assigned by SCMG administration.
  • Keep all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted.
  • Maintain active privileges at a St. Charles Health System hospital sufficient to permit the performance of job duties.
  • Increase understanding and collaboration throughout the medical community regarding primary care and internal medicine care and services.
  • Participate in SCMG physicians' meetings and assist in policy formation for SCMG and Physician's practice.
  • Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of everyone, patient, and caregiver.
  • Participates in creating intentional relationships and puts a high level of focus on attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
  • Provide a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients / customers in a caring way. This includes introducing oneself and stating your purpose, asking the patient their preferred name, spending time with the patient to determine their care goals, active listening, and using skillful communications (appropriate touch, eye contact, etc.).
  • Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests
  • Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the health system's corporate integrity efforts by acting ethically and appropriately, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all health system investigations and proceedings.
  • Provides ongoing physician leadership, education, and mentoring to clinical support staff, including.
  • Interpret and report on diagnostic tests promptly after the diagnostic procedure is completed for both inpatient and outpatient procedures. Not to exceed 72 hours for Urgent and seven days for Routine procedures.

    • Administrative and Stewardship Expectations :

  • Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents. Document all patient care in the proper form and in a timely manner in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies. Be familiar with the SCMG organization structure, communications systems and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within time assigned by SCMG administration.
  • Expectation of meeting with infection control and division committees.

    • Behavioral Expectations :

  • Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
  • Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Delivers first-rate customer service and / or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, and is timely, efficient and accurate, and courteous.
  • Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the health system's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all health system's investigations and proceedings.

    • EDUCATION

    Required :

  • Graduation from an accredited medical school.
  • Successful completion of an accredited residency program
  • Successful completion of an accredited fellowship program in Infectious Disease

    • LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION

    Required :

  • Oregon license as MD / DO
  • Board certified / Board eligible in Infectious Disease. Demonstrated experience in infection prevention, antibiotic stewardship programs, and in clinical infectious diseases.
  • Valid driver's license and the ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.
  • Maintain unrestricted DEA number.
  • Maintain unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare / Medicaid, or other federal or state governmental health care programs.

    • EXPERIENCE

    Preferred :

  • Familiarity with CMS and Joint Commission requirements for an antibiotic stewardship program
  • Epic EMR software experience

    • PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

  • Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

    • GENERAL

  • Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS.
  • Strong team working and collaborative skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems.
  • Intermediate in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel).

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

    Continually (75% or more) : Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

    Frequently (50%) : Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.

    Occasionally (25%) : Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying / pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping / squeezing.

    Rarely (10%) : Stooping / kneeling / crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.

    Never (0%) : Climbing ladder / step-stool, lifting / carrying / pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.

    Exposure to Elemental Factors

    Never (0%) : Heat, cold, wet / slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.

    Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

    No Risk for Exposure to BBP

    Schedule Weekly Hours :

    40

    Caregiver Type : Regular

    Shift :

    First Shift (United States of America)

    Is Exempt Position?

    Yes

    Job Family : PHYSICIAN SCMG

    Scheduled Days of the Week :

    Shift Start & End Time :

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Disease Physician • Bend, OR, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    MD / Internal Medicine / Oregon / Permanent / Bend Oregon Primary Care Opportunity

    MD / Internal Medicine / Oregon / Permanent / Bend Oregon Primary Care Opportunity

    Department of Veterans Affairs • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    The Portland VA Medical Center is currently recruiting for a full-time Primary Care Physician to join our staff in Bend, Oregon to provide primary care to Veterans enrolled at the facility.Prefer c...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Pediatrics Physician

    Pediatrics Physician

    Pacific Companies • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Please take a look at our newest Pediatric Locum Tenens Assignment in Oregon below.Duration : ASAP - Ongoing (potential for extension or conversion to permanent). Schedule : Alternating 4 days one wee...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Gastroenterology Physician

    Gastroenterology Physician

    RecruitWell • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Gastroenterology Physician at RecruitWell summary : .A permanent gastroenterology position is available in Bend, Oregon, for a board-certified or eligible physician in a multispecialty group setting....serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Internal Medicine Physician

    Internal Medicine Physician

    AMN Healthcare, Inc. • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Job Description & Requirements.StartDate : ASAP Pay Rate : $250000.A reputable concierge practice, that's been in solo practice for 21 years offering personalized care to all of its patients, is seek...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Internal Medicine Physician

    Internal Medicine Physician

    Moonlight Medical • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Internal Medicine Physician at Moonlight Medical summary : .As an Internal Medicine Physician, you'll serve as a local medical consultant, conducting independent medical exams with no treatment or pr...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Anesthesiology Physician

    Anesthesiology Physician

    National Staffing Solutions • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physician / Family Practice / Oregon / Locum tenens / Sunriver Oregon Resort Community Job

    Physician / Family Practice / Oregon / Locum tenens / Sunriver Oregon Resort Community Job

    Locums, Inc. • Sunriver, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Bend Oregon Suburbs Primary CareWe are working with a client in the Bend Oregon area needing coverage in November.Paid travel and lodging will be covered. Details below : Clinic SettingDates : November...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physician (MD / DO) - Cardiology - General / Other - $625,000 to $800,000 per year in Bend, OR

    Physician (MD / DO) - Cardiology - General / Other - $625,000 to $800,000 per year in Bend, OR

    LocumJobsOnline • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    LocumJobsOnline is working with Curative to find a qualified Cardiology MD in Bend, Oregon, 97701!.Join a Leading Healthcare System in Bend, Oregon. We are a not-for-profit healthcare organization d...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology in Bend, OR

    Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology in Bend, OR

    LocumJobsNetwork • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    LocumJobsNetwork is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Obstetrics and Gynecology MD in Bend, Oregon, 97701!.When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it's all about...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Internal Medicine Physician

    Internal Medicine Physician

    NOW Healthcare Recruiting (NP Now) • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Internal Medicine Physician at NOW Healthcare Recruiting (NP Now) summary : .The Internal Medicine Physician will provide direct patient care in a community-based outpatient clinic in Bend, OR, focus...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physician Orthopedic Total Joints Surgeon

    Physician Orthopedic Total Joints Surgeon

    Direct Jobs • Bend, OR, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Physician - Orthopedic Total Joints Surgeon.Senior Medical Director, Orthopedic Service line.Charles Orthopedics, Neurosurgery and Physiatry Service Line. Creating Americas healthiest community, tog...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Pediatric hospitalist locums

    Pediatric hospitalist locums

    HealthEcareers - Client • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    All Star is seeking a Peds Hosptitalist in Oregon for 24 hour call coverage.Required procedures : Lumbar puncture, intubations, umbilical lines. All Star Healthcare Solutions benefits.Dedicated, spec...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Pediatrics Physician - Competitive Salary (Bend)

    Pediatrics Physician - Competitive Salary (Bend)

    DocCafe • Bend, OR, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    DocCafe has an immediate opening for the following position : Physician - Pediatrics in Bend, Oregon.DocCafe is the premier physician and advanced practice job board to help you advance your healthc...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physician / Gastroenterology / Oregon / Permanent / W2 Job

    Physician / Gastroenterology / Oregon / Permanent / W2 Job

    ICON Medical Network • Bend, OR, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    East of the Cascade Mountains, Bend enjoys 300 days of sunshine annually and a high desert climate.It offers world-class skiing, award-winning fishing, golf, water sports, cycling, and hiking, cont...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Physician / Internal Medicine / Oregon / Locum Tenens / Locums Internal Medicine Job Near Bend, OR J

    Physician / Internal Medicine / Oregon / Locum Tenens / Locums Internal Medicine Job Near Bend, OR J

    Atlantic MEDsearch • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Well-established community-based clinic seeks another primary care physician.Ideal candidate would be a BC / BE Internal Medicine trained physician. Experience the benefits of a skilled support staff ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Internal Medicine Physician – High Lakes Health Care | Bend, Oregon

    Internal Medicine Physician – High Lakes Health Care | Bend, Oregon

    Praxis Health • Bend, OR, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
    Internal Medicine Physician - High Lakes Health Care | Bend, Oregon.High Lakes Health Care, a Praxis Health clinic, is seeking a dedicated . As the largest independent primary care group in Cen...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Dermatology Physician

    Dermatology Physician

    Britt Medical Search • Bend, OR, USA
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Dermatology Clinic is seeking a Dermatologist with knowledge in all areas of general dermatology to join our team and expanding practice in Bend, OR. Sign-on bonus and relocation reimbursement.Colla...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Primary Care Physician

    Primary Care Physician

    The Inline Group • Bend, Oregon, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Primary Care Physician physician employment in Oregon : The Inline Group -.Compensation : Compensation Range : $300,000+. Benefits : - Time Off- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- Short / Long Te...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted