Primary Care Physician (Fremont, CA)
Dallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Outpatient
Location
Fremont, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
Yes
Job Description
Last Update:
11/04/24
As part of a healthcare team led by the Chief Medical Officer, the Family Practice Physician works to achieve the organizational goals through the primary medical care and education in a patient-centered setting.
Following clinic protocols, the physician provides a range of services, including examinations, diagnoses, treatments, patient education, follow-ups, and referrals as needed. They also keep accurate and confidential medical records in line with state regulations and clinic policies.
Additionally, the physician oversees clinical support staff (such as Midlevel Practitioners, Medical Assistants, and Nurses) and addresses operational issues to ensure smooth patient care. They work collaboratively with all departments to provide appropriate care for a diverse, multilingual patient population in an outpatient community health center.
Name your hourly rate!!! Client in dire need.
Setting is a community-based clinic.
Locum or contract-to-hire
Job Responsibilities
• Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, minor surgical procedures, follow-up consultation and health education following BACH clinical policies and procedures.
• Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care.
• Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs and tests as necessary.
• Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing and implementing protocols and procedures to facilitate delivery of comprehensive health services.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of new clinical programs as needed. Also, works with new technologies for the improvement of patient services and clinic operations.
• Provide in-service training for all staff in selected topics as deemed necessary in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer.
• Participate in peer review as per BACH policy and procedure.
• Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH’s Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
• Perform all duties in support of successful implementation to EHR/EPM.
• Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral.
• Provide medical consultation and back-up for mid-level practitioners, including review of 5% of charts for Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners. Back-up includes immediate electronic (cell phone, fax, email) or direct communication.
• Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary.
Secondary Responsibilities
• Fill out forms and maintain correspondence with hospitals and other community organizations involved in the medical care of clinic patients.
• Participates in staff conferences and health center's continuous quality assurance and peer review programs.
• Supervise medical interns and other student medical professionals, and provide medical back-up.
• Attend workshops, training and meetings as needed, and as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency program.
• Valid and current California Medical License.
• Board Eligible or Certified in Family Practice (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Current Basic Life Support Certificate (ACLS) from approved American Heart Association.
• Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.
Preferred education, experience, training
• One year of directly related experience.
• Community or Public Health experience.
• Bilingual; Spanish or Mandarin highly desirable.
Certifications/Licenses:
• Valid and current California Medical License.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR), AHA approved.
• Board Eligible or Certified in Family Practice (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
• Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.
• Access to reliable transportation.
Working Hours
Skills
• The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead teams and projects, and work collaboratively.
• Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and client services philosophy in all interactions.
• Successfully manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Appreciation and respect for working with and serving a diverse population.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the internet.
• The ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions and problem solve.
• The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.