Job Description: Family Practice Physician

Overview
The Family Practice Physician provides primary care services, managing a patient panel and collaborating with midlevel providers and staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Medical Degree from an accredited university
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
• Licensed to practice in Massachusetts

Preferred Experience

• Experience in primary care group practice or community health center

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver primary care with clinical independence and collaboration.
• Demonstrate strong medical knowledge and clinical competence.
• Provide appropriate referrals, admissions, and prescribe treatments.
• Ensure comprehensive care for all age groups, following health maintenance protocols.
• Manage patient care in cooperation with other healthcare professionals and supervise mid-level providers when needed.
• Maintain accurate and legible patient records.
• Fulfill hospital, call, and nursing home responsibilities as required.

Key Skills

• Effective time management and prioritization.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in electronic medical records systems.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking and standing, with occasional lifting of up to one-third of body weight.
• Ability to perform CPR.

Work Environment

• Comfortable and well-lit setting, with occasional high stress due to patient volume.

Schedule

• May include evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed.