Family Medicine Physician Needed in Merced, CA
Dallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Salary
Up to $247,457
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Outpatient
Location
Merced, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
9/14/24
- Specialty: Physician (Family Medicine/Internal Medicine)
- Location: Merced, CA
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks with the possibility of extension
- Position Perks:
- No on-call duties
- No weekend shifts
- No remote charting
- No holiday work
- Paid malpractice coverage up to $1 million
- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
Job Description:
Golden Valley Health Centers is seeking a skilled and compassionate Family Medicine Physician to join our team. As an integral part of our community-based healthcare organization, you will provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages. Your responsibilities will include routine check-ups, health assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care. We value teamwork, patient-centered care, and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of our diverse patient population.
Job Responsibilities
• Diagnose and treat common medical conditions, including acute illnesses and chronic diseases.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.
• Promote preventive healthcare by emphasizing vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle modifications.
• Educate patients on health maintenance, nutrition, exercise, and risk reduction.
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and heart disease.
• Monitor patients’ progress, adjust treatment plans, and provide ongoing support.
• Assess and stabilize patients with urgent medical needs.
• Determine appropriate interventions and referrals.
• Work closely with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and behavioral health clinicians.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and case discussion
Qualifications
• No prior suspension, revocation, or probation on licensure
• Minimum of 3 consecutive months of full-time work
• Board Eligible/Certified in the relevant field (Physician who is a recent graduate must be Board Certified within 3 years of graduation)
• Candidates must hold a California license and be Board Certified within 3 years of graduation
• Minimum 1 year (recent) experience in the relevant field
• Minimum 1 year of locum work (Midlevels)
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Working Hours