Internal medicine doctor job description
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Example internal medicine doctor requirements on a job description
Internal medicine doctor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in internal medicine doctor job postings.
Sample internal medicine doctor requirements
- Medical Degree from an accredited institution
- Successful completion of residency in Internal Medicine
- Board certification in Internal Medicine
- Valid medical license in the state of practice
- Strong knowledge of medical procedures and protocols
Sample required internal medicine doctor soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-stress environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Compassionate and empathetic bedside manner
- Commitment to continued education and professional development
Internal medicine doctor job description example 1
Mayo Clinic internal medicine doctor job description
Why Mayo Clinic
You are invited to partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2021-2022), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. Practicing at Mayo Clinic provides a rewarding career that promotes excellence in patient-centered care. You can thrive in an environment that supports innovation and has a wealth of resources available to you - including an integrated EMR and collaboration with top specialists - to give your patients the quality of care you want to achieve.
Position description
License or certification
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
Benefits eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Site description
Owatonna, Minnesota a thriving community of over 25,000 people, boasting one of the strongest economies in Minnesota. Located just 38 miles west of Rochester, MN and 60 miles south of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Owatonna is home to more than 40 industrial business firms as well as the headquarters for Federated Insurance. Minnesota State University, Mankato is located 40 miles west in Mankato as well as renowned private colleges, St. Olaf and Carlton located in Northfield, 35 miles north of Owatonna. Kaplan's Woods Parkway offers 225 acres for hiking, biking, jogging, picnicking and cross-country skiing. Excellent golfing is available at public and private courses, several of which are staffed by full-time golf instructors. For the tennis enthusiast, both outdoor and indoor facilities provide opportunities for year-round participation. Because many residents love music and the arts, the Owatonna Arts Center displays the work of many local and national artists.
Recruiter
Jennell Prentice Endrizzi
EOE
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
You are invited to partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2021-2022), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. Practicing at Mayo Clinic provides a rewarding career that promotes excellence in patient-centered care. You can thrive in an environment that supports innovation and has a wealth of resources available to you - including an integrated EMR and collaboration with top specialists - to give your patients the quality of care you want to achieve.
Position description
- 80 provider multi-specialty practice covering a service area of 50,000
- Practice consists of sites located in Owatonna, Faribault, Blooming Prairie, and Kenyon, MN
- Call is an average of twice per month and is shared with the other 16 physicians in the department
- Average of 18-25 patients per day in a 4 or 4 1/2 day work week
- Minimum of 28 direct patient contact hours
- 24/7 Hospitalist program covers the hospital
- Generous comprehensive benefits package including 403(b) with match and pension
- Hospital (owned and operated by Allina Health) is adjacent to clinic and comprised of 4 ICU beds, 4 OR rooms, 12 ED exam rooms
License or certification
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
Benefits eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Site description
Owatonna, Minnesota a thriving community of over 25,000 people, boasting one of the strongest economies in Minnesota. Located just 38 miles west of Rochester, MN and 60 miles south of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Owatonna is home to more than 40 industrial business firms as well as the headquarters for Federated Insurance. Minnesota State University, Mankato is located 40 miles west in Mankato as well as renowned private colleges, St. Olaf and Carlton located in Northfield, 35 miles north of Owatonna. Kaplan's Woods Parkway offers 225 acres for hiking, biking, jogging, picnicking and cross-country skiing. Excellent golfing is available at public and private courses, several of which are staffed by full-time golf instructors. For the tennis enthusiast, both outdoor and indoor facilities provide opportunities for year-round participation. Because many residents love music and the arts, the Owatonna Arts Center displays the work of many local and national artists.
Recruiter
Jennell Prentice Endrizzi
EOE
Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).
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Internal medicine doctor job description example 2
St. Luke's Hospital internal medicine doctor job description
NOW OFFERING A $500 SIGN-ON INCENTIVE!
+ JOB SUMMARY
+ The Clinic Registration, under the direction of the Clinic Manager, provides front desk coverage and support. The Clinic Registration may also perform various coding and charge entry processes where appropriate. The Clinic Registration functions as a Clinic Business Office patient resource and coordinates Clinic referrals as needed. The Clinic Registration works collaboratively with patients and families, physicians, nurses, management, and support staff to promote efficient and empathic care in a cost effective manner.
+ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Education: Successful completion of high school or equivalent.
+ Experience: One (1) year work experience involving customer service.
+ Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
+ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
+ Education: Successful completion of a post-high school vocational or technical program in general business or medical office practices.
+ Experience: Experience in a physician or general office setting.
+ Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
+ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
+ Knowledge of general office clerical functions. Knowledge of computerized office applications. Knowledge of customer relations principles. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner. Ability to demonstrate empathic, respectful and positive customer relations behaviors, both on the telephone and in person and to present a professional image. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work independently, demonstrate good judgment, and respond in a pleasant manner to patients and staff. Skill in computer keyboarding. Ability to write legibly, see, hear, read, walk, and speak English. Ability to travel to and from other clinics and/or departments in a safe and timely manner as assigned.
+ READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
+ WRITING - Basic: Ability to write simple correspondence.
+ SPEAKING - Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
+ MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
+ REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Ability to bend, sit and lift objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds in weight. Ability to work more than eight (8) hours but less than twelve (12) hours.
+ Stand - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Walk - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Sit - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ Reach with hands and arms - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ LIFTING REQUIREMENTS
+ Up to 10 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
+ Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ WORK ENVIRONMENT
+ Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
+ WORKING CONDITIONS
+ Works in a normal office environment within a clinic practice setting. Little or no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant working conditions.
+ JOB SUMMARY
+ The Clinic Registration, under the direction of the Clinic Manager, provides front desk coverage and support. The Clinic Registration may also perform various coding and charge entry processes where appropriate. The Clinic Registration functions as a Clinic Business Office patient resource and coordinates Clinic referrals as needed. The Clinic Registration works collaboratively with patients and families, physicians, nurses, management, and support staff to promote efficient and empathic care in a cost effective manner.
+ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Education: Successful completion of high school or equivalent.
+ Experience: One (1) year work experience involving customer service.
+ Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
+ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
+ Education: Successful completion of a post-high school vocational or technical program in general business or medical office practices.
+ Experience: Experience in a physician or general office setting.
+ Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
+ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
+ Knowledge of general office clerical functions. Knowledge of computerized office applications. Knowledge of customer relations principles. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner. Ability to demonstrate empathic, respectful and positive customer relations behaviors, both on the telephone and in person and to present a professional image. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work independently, demonstrate good judgment, and respond in a pleasant manner to patients and staff. Skill in computer keyboarding. Ability to write legibly, see, hear, read, walk, and speak English. Ability to travel to and from other clinics and/or departments in a safe and timely manner as assigned.
+ READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
+ WRITING - Basic: Ability to write simple correspondence.
+ SPEAKING - Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
+ MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
+ REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Ability to bend, sit and lift objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds in weight. Ability to work more than eight (8) hours but less than twelve (12) hours.
+ Stand - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Walk - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Sit - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ Reach with hands and arms - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
+ LIFTING REQUIREMENTS
+ Up to 10 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
+ Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
+ WORK ENVIRONMENT
+ Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
+ WORKING CONDITIONS
+ Works in a normal office environment within a clinic practice setting. Little or no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant working conditions.
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Internal medicine doctor job description example 3
United States Army War College internal medicine doctor job description
THE ARMY HEALTH CARE ADVANTAGE
As a member of the Army health care team, you'll receive benefits that you won't be able to get in a civilian career.
Challenging Work
Feel inspired with great case diversity and over 40,000 visits coming into the U.S. Army medical facilities and clinics around the world every day. See and study diseases that are not usually encountered in the private sector, and work on vaccines for viruses like Zika and COVID-19 that can have a global impact.
Fewer Barriers
Practice medicine with fewer limitations by treating patients not on their ability to pay, but by the treatment you see necessary. The U.S. Army Medical Department is one of the few places in the world where comprehensive patient care is the top priority.
Serve a Purpose
Enjoy the deep satisfaction of performing an important service for your country. Make not only a profound difference in the lives of Soldiers in the Army, but in the lives of their families, friends, and the general public.
THE ARMY MEDICAL COMMAND IS COMPOSED OF SIX CORPS
Each Medcom Corps has a specific function that works together as a team to maintain the U.S. Army's high standards in patient care.
Caucasian female Anesthesiologist providing anesthesia to patient while Caucasian male general Surgeon performs surgery in hospital operating room.
ARMY MEDICAL CORPS
Contains over 40 specialties, from internal medicine and neurosurgery to pathology, anesthesiology, and psychiatry.
Army Medical Corps physicians practice in three main areas:
Operational Medicine
Clinical Medicine
Research Medicine
ARMY MEDICAL JOBS
Caucasian male SPC Lab Technician wearing OCP holding test tubes inside a medical office.
MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS
The Medical Service Corps is the most diverse branch of the U.S. Army. This Corps is home to medical administrative, scientific, and provider specialties, from direct patient care to management of the U.S. Army's health service system.
Disciplines include:
Behavioral Sciences
Health Services
Laboratory Sciences
Optometry
Pharmacy
Podiatry
Preventative Medicine
MEDICAL SERVICE JOBS
Male Physical Therapist wearing OCP training with a male soldier wearing APFU inside during the daytime.
MEDICAL SPECIALIST CORPS
The Medical Specialist Corps is home to four distinct specialties:
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Clinical Dietitians
Physician Assistants
MEDICAL SPECIALIST JOBS
Caucasian female CPT Veterinarian wearing OCP kneeling in Veterinary office with a dog.
VETERINARY CORPS
The Veterinary Corps conducts and oversees all Department of Defense veterinary service activities. Army Veterinary Corps Officers are responsible for preventing contagious and zoonotic diseases, providing care to military working dogs, caring for ceremonial horses, treating family pets, and even supporting Human-Animal Bond Programs at military hospitals.
Veterinary Preventative Medicine
Laboratory Animal Medicine
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Comparative Medicine
Veterinary Clinical Medicine
VETERINARY JOBS
Emergency Medical Staff examining patient wearing OCP inside an Emergency Room.
ARMY NURSE CORPS
The Army Nurse Corps represents more than 11,000 Soldiers dedicated to providing high-tech, quality health care for military personnel, their families, and military retirees all over the world. They support humanitarian missions and respond to natural disasters, experiences unmatched as a civilian nurse.
Army nurses choose one of five specialties:
Critical Care
Mental Health
Perioperative
Emergency Trauma
Gynecology/Obstetrics
ARMY NURSE JOBS
Female Dental Specialist and Dentist holding dental equipment with patient indoors.
ARMY DENTAL CORPS
The Army Dental Corps teaches more residents than any other institution in the country. It maintains modern dental facilities both in the U.S. and abroad in diverse countries. The Army's Specialty Residency Programs produce graduates regularly scoring in the top 95th percentile.
The Army Dental Corps is comprised of nine specialties:
Comprehensive Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthodontistry
Prosthodontistry
General Dentistry
Oral Pathology
Public Health
ARMY DENTAL JOBS
Caucasian male ROTC Cadet wearing graduation robe standing facing Major in dress blues and family outside during the day.
WE'LL HELP PAY FOR YOUR EDUCATION
The Army will fund medical school for those aspiring to serve. Through the U.S. Army's Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), you can:
Graduate from medical school debt-free
Earn a $2,400+ monthly allowance
Receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus
HPSP & NURSE SCHOLARSHIPS
As a member of the Army health care team, you'll receive benefits that you won't be able to get in a civilian career.
Challenging Work
Feel inspired with great case diversity and over 40,000 visits coming into the U.S. Army medical facilities and clinics around the world every day. See and study diseases that are not usually encountered in the private sector, and work on vaccines for viruses like Zika and COVID-19 that can have a global impact.
Fewer Barriers
Practice medicine with fewer limitations by treating patients not on their ability to pay, but by the treatment you see necessary. The U.S. Army Medical Department is one of the few places in the world where comprehensive patient care is the top priority.
Serve a Purpose
Enjoy the deep satisfaction of performing an important service for your country. Make not only a profound difference in the lives of Soldiers in the Army, but in the lives of their families, friends, and the general public.
THE ARMY MEDICAL COMMAND IS COMPOSED OF SIX CORPS
Each Medcom Corps has a specific function that works together as a team to maintain the U.S. Army's high standards in patient care.
Caucasian female Anesthesiologist providing anesthesia to patient while Caucasian male general Surgeon performs surgery in hospital operating room.
ARMY MEDICAL CORPS
Contains over 40 specialties, from internal medicine and neurosurgery to pathology, anesthesiology, and psychiatry.
Army Medical Corps physicians practice in three main areas:
Operational Medicine
Clinical Medicine
Research Medicine
ARMY MEDICAL JOBS
Caucasian male SPC Lab Technician wearing OCP holding test tubes inside a medical office.
MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS
The Medical Service Corps is the most diverse branch of the U.S. Army. This Corps is home to medical administrative, scientific, and provider specialties, from direct patient care to management of the U.S. Army's health service system.
Disciplines include:
Behavioral Sciences
Health Services
Laboratory Sciences
Optometry
Pharmacy
Podiatry
Preventative Medicine
MEDICAL SERVICE JOBS
Male Physical Therapist wearing OCP training with a male soldier wearing APFU inside during the daytime.
MEDICAL SPECIALIST CORPS
The Medical Specialist Corps is home to four distinct specialties:
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Clinical Dietitians
Physician Assistants
MEDICAL SPECIALIST JOBS
Caucasian female CPT Veterinarian wearing OCP kneeling in Veterinary office with a dog.
VETERINARY CORPS
The Veterinary Corps conducts and oversees all Department of Defense veterinary service activities. Army Veterinary Corps Officers are responsible for preventing contagious and zoonotic diseases, providing care to military working dogs, caring for ceremonial horses, treating family pets, and even supporting Human-Animal Bond Programs at military hospitals.
Veterinary Preventative Medicine
Laboratory Animal Medicine
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Comparative Medicine
Veterinary Clinical Medicine
VETERINARY JOBS
Emergency Medical Staff examining patient wearing OCP inside an Emergency Room.
ARMY NURSE CORPS
The Army Nurse Corps represents more than 11,000 Soldiers dedicated to providing high-tech, quality health care for military personnel, their families, and military retirees all over the world. They support humanitarian missions and respond to natural disasters, experiences unmatched as a civilian nurse.
Army nurses choose one of five specialties:
Critical Care
Mental Health
Perioperative
Emergency Trauma
Gynecology/Obstetrics
ARMY NURSE JOBS
Female Dental Specialist and Dentist holding dental equipment with patient indoors.
ARMY DENTAL CORPS
The Army Dental Corps teaches more residents than any other institution in the country. It maintains modern dental facilities both in the U.S. and abroad in diverse countries. The Army's Specialty Residency Programs produce graduates regularly scoring in the top 95th percentile.
The Army Dental Corps is comprised of nine specialties:
Comprehensive Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthodontistry
Prosthodontistry
General Dentistry
Oral Pathology
Public Health
ARMY DENTAL JOBS
Caucasian male ROTC Cadet wearing graduation robe standing facing Major in dress blues and family outside during the day.
WE'LL HELP PAY FOR YOUR EDUCATION
The Army will fund medical school for those aspiring to serve. Through the U.S. Army's Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), you can:
Graduate from medical school debt-free
Earn a $2,400+ monthly allowance
Receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus
HPSP & NURSE SCHOLARSHIPS
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024