You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client company is seeking an experienced Medicine Physician to manage chronic pain patients, primarily responsible for routine 30-day prescription management follow-ups. The physician will handle a substantial patient volume and must ensure compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a patient load of 25-40 patients per day, primarily dealing with established chronic pain cases.
• Conduct front-loaded morning appointments, seeing approximately 3 patients per hour.
• Authorize and manage routine prescriptions, with an emphasis on compliance management including monitoring the Georgia PDMP database.
• Oversee patient compliance through pain contracts and random urine drug screenings.
• Document patient interactions using a hybrid workflow of paper charting with electronic prescribing.

Qualifications

• Board certified addiction medicine physician who accepts Medicare/Medicaid patients.
• Comfortable working with paper charts.
• Experienced in handling chronic pain prescription management.
• Licensed and credentialed with ABMS, AOA, ABPN, with state and DEA licensing in Georgia.

Skills

• Proficient in managing electronic prescriptions and paper charting systems.
• Strong compliance management and patient screening skills.

Additional Requirements

• IMLC Compact License eligibility is preferred for faster licensing turnaround.
• Open to both Part-Time and Full-Time arrangements, including Locum Tenens contracts.
• Willingness to relocate to Georgia if an out-of-state candidate is identified.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

This job order is in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and seeks to remove barriers and to help make opportunities accessible to all qualified applicants, including those with disabilities.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.