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Kurz Solutions

Temple, TX

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SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Business Growth, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Support, Clinical Training, Consulting, Diversity, Government, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Office Administration, Medical Treatment, Military, OSHA, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Performing Arts, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Standards of Care, Substance Abuse, The Joint Commission (TJC), Theater, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, United States Military
LOCATION
Temple, TX
POSTED
Today
MD/DO - Psychiatrist Small town charm, Railroad history, outdoor paradise The Community - Temple and Killeen, TX Temple and Killeen are located in Central Texas. The area continues to see unprecedented growth in its business sector. This growth has caused a ripple effect in the quantity and quality of entertainment, dining and shopping venues available in and around Temple. During the past year, Temple has experienced this ripple effect in many areas. The Premiere Cinema 12 expanded its 12-screen theater to 16 screens, the Czech Heritage Museum relocated from inside the SPJST insurance Co. into it's current building, a larger building on the corner of French and 3rd Street; and the Temple Civic Theatre combined efforts with Temple College so that performances could be seen in the larger Temple College Performing Arts Center. These are just a few examples of the recent growth that is sure to continue. Killeen is directly adjacent to the main cantonment of Fort Hood, and as such its economy heavily depends on the post and the soldiers (and their families) stationed there. Client Temple/Killeen Fort Hood Fort Hood is a U.S. military post located in Killeen, Texas. The post is named after Confederate General John Bell Hood. It is located halfway between Austin and Waco, about 60 miles (100 km) from each, within the U.S. state of Texas. Its origin was the need for wide-open space to test and train with World War II tank destroyers. The War Department announced the location in January 1942, and the initial completion was set for that August. As originally constructed, Fort Hood had an area of 158,706 acres (64,226 ha), with billeting for 6,007 officers and 82,610 enlisted personnel. The main cantonment of Fort Hood had a total population of 53,416 as of the 2010 U.S. Census. Fort Hood is the most populous U.S. military installation in the world. 1 It is in Bell County, with some portions of the post in Coryell County. In April 2014, the website lists 45,414 assigned soldiers and 8,900 civilian employees with Fort Hood covering 214,000 acres. Darnall Army Medical Center The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, it's variety of clinics and three community based medical homes support more than 42,000 active duty personnel and more than 145,000 family members and retirees within a 40-mile radius. On an average day, the staff at Darnall deliver eight new babies, handle 4,258 out patient visits, 19 surgeries, 28 admissions, 226 Emergency Room visits and fill 4,160 prescriptions. Position Overview: Make recommendations on major diagnostics and treatment plans. Provide continuing follow-up care for chronic inpatients and outpatients with acute disorders and complications of these disorders, such as psychosis, organic brain syndrome, and substance abuse/addictions. Provide psychiatric care for walk-in patients presenting with acute illnesses of minor and major proportions. Examine and conduct thorough studies of presenting patients. Collaborate with physicians in other medical specialties on cases involving complicated and multifaceted problems. Facilitate patient access to medical care by recommending appropriate referrals to other health care providers in accordance with Military Treatment Facility (MTF) policies and regulations. Prepare all records and reports as may be required in support of services rendered and as required by the MTF. Participate in clinic Quality Assurance Program as required to meet the standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Responsible for maintenance of the highest standards of professional care in the treatment of patients and in the teaching and training of residents and technicians. Prepare and document appropriate history, physical examinations and diagnosis. Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with hospital directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required by the contract. Ensure all documentation and reports are legible. Coordination with other departments of the medical facility staff to provide complete care to patients. Provide and document medical advice to patients by telephone as appropriate and in accordance with MTF protocols. Provide clinical direction to supporting government personnel assigned to their area during the performance of clinical procedures. Consult with supervisor and/or colleagues, which are normally available, regarding problems either professional or administrative. Responsible for the quality and the timeliness of treatment records and reports required to document procedures performed and care provided. Participates in clinical education programs and in clinical staff quality improvement functions as prescribed by Chief, Behavioral Health. Utilize interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that he/she can relate constructively to a variety of patients from diverse backgrounds. Comply with OTSG/MEDCOM Policy Memo 13-062, Policy for Reporting Incidents of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment under the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program (SHARP) only to knowledge obtained while performing services under this contract. Safeguard all government property and information of a confidential or sensitive nature. Responsible for following all MTF policies, procedures, regulations in support of Occupational Safety Health Alliance (OSHA), the Joint Commission (JC), and other national, state, and local policies that regulate the health care industry. Serve on hospital committee(s) if necessary, as directed by the department chief. Consult the Chief, Department of Behavioral Health, or designee, when issu

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