Monday, August 3, 2009

Las Vegas: Physician Family Medicine

Desert Springs Hospital is assisting an established single-specialty group recruit two additional primary care physicians for employed positions.

This is a well established practice, located close to the heart of Las Vegas. The group has 15 providers (14 physicians, 1 PA) and 70 staff members spread over three office locations, with staff members typically "based" at a single location.

Staff physicians average 20- 25 patients per day in office, with a small number in hospital. Hospitalist handle all in-patient care. The practice also offers ancillary services such as X-Ray, lab, echo, ultrasound, and other diagnostic testing.

The group enjoys exceptional physician retention due to the high earning potential. Staff physicians are paid a percentage of individual gross revenue, so each member has complete control over their compensation. Some members earn well above the MGMA’s 90th percentile.

Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center, a 286-bed acute care facility located in southeast Las Vegas, has been providing quality healthcare to the residents of Southern Nevada since 1971. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency services, including a fast-track area in the ER to treat less acute patients. The hospital has long been referred to as the "Heart Hospital" by long-time residents, due to its solid reputation as a leader in cardiac care. The hospital also has three full-service catheterization laboratories, a 107,000 square foot Medical Office Building and an Outpatient Surgery facility. It is also home to the Diabetes Treatment Center.

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