Lee Health is seeking a Physician Advisor!

Lee Physician Group is looking for an experienced physician (M.D. or D.O) who is interested in an exciting role that promotes on-going peer education, dialogue and subject matter expertise in either medicine or surgery. As a non-clinical physician advisor, this individual works closely with the physicians, quality improvement team, case managers and patients. With the goal of optimizing patient thru-put and experience in the acute care setting, the Physician Advisor assists with ensuring documentation is accurate and complete based on patient results and payor policies. A dynamic individual who can communicate effectively and render respect among their peers is paramount. This individual works collaboratively to ensure appropriate patient status, review and manage payor denials, assist with documentation improvement opportunities and optimize resource utilization thru standardization. This role is ideal for someone who loves to learn and enjoys educating!

Position Description:

• Looks at the InterQual criteria set by Medicare and insurance providers to determine if a patient meets admission criteria, is authorized for certain tests, meets authorization to be discharged to a different level of care, and can remain in the hospital beyond the expected level of care
• Works with 1:1 with case management department
• Works on preauthorization denials as well
• Supports all specialties in the hospital - will have one main hospital and float to support other locations
• Monday-Friday, normal business hours; on-call rotation for weekends

Requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Experience:Utilization management and denials management experience
• License: Florida License or ability to obtain an Unrestricted Florida License
• Other: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills and customer service skills required.

Benefit Highlights:

• Offers a comprehensive benefits package with salary and bonus opportunities
• Short Term/Long Term disability
• Sign on bonus and relocation package
• 403(b) Retirement plan with matching
• Malpractice Coverage Provided
• PTO to enjoy the beautiful SW Florida weather and beaches

About Lee Health:

Lee Health is a private, non-profit comprehensive health system right off the Gulf Coast of Florida. Four adult hospitals, Golisano Childrens Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital and specialty locations such as Lee Health Coconut Point that are changing the face of healthcare. In addition to the expert care provided at the Lee Health Heart Institute, Lee Health provides extensive Home Health, Skilled Nursing and Behavioral Health programs. With more than 90 practice locations, urgent care centers and facilities, Lee Health is positioned to be the healthcare provider of choice for all in Southwest Florida.

But the heart of our award-winning health system is our nearly 16,000 dedicated employees. We believe in excellence, education, safety, compassion, empathy and respect. We support and appreciate our staff, and that support extends to the families we serve.

Fort Myers:

In Fort Myers, there is something for everyone. With warm weather all year round, the area has numerous outdoor activities right at your fingertips, such as, boating, playing golf, fishing, enjoying the wildlife, beautiful walking trails, and so much more! Fort Myers also has numerous restaurants, plenty of shopping close by in our malls and outlets, art, history and a wide variety of festivals all year round.

Fort Myers International Airport is easy to get to, easy to use, and offers numerous direct flights and connections to meet all of your travel needs. Those in this area are also able to enjoy the Key West Express which allows for a 3-hour boat ride down to Key West! Fort Myers is minutes away from Sanibel Island, Captiva, and Naples. This area is also centrally located between three of Floridas major cities, Orlando, Tampa and Miami.

*If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please e-mail your CV to our Physician Recruitment Office atphysicianrecruitment@leehealth.org*