Description:
Community Health Centers of America is hiring for a Cardiologist to work in our family practice clinics in the Fresno, CA area. Possibly will also work in partner long-term care facilities. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients for acute, episodic or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in the clinic setting.
Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals.
Job Description:
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Obtains, analyzes, and interprets patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
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Diagnoses or treats acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries.
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Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions.
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Prescribes medications.
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Educates patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses.
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Orders, performs, or interprets the results of diagnostic tests.
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Maintains complete and detailed records of patients' health care plans and prognoses.
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Detects and responds to adverse drug reactions.
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Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care.
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Performs cardiological physical examinations.
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Supervises or coordinates patient care or support staff activities.
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Maintains current knowledge of state legal regulations for nurse practitioner practice.
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Keeps abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems.
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Obtains health information from patient.
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Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems.
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Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with patients.
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Educations patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc.
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Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests.
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Interprets test results to diagnosis any related health issues.
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Counsel patients about compliance with medication.
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Assists in pre-operation or post-operation care.
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Coordinates activities of patient care.
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Document patient progress with medication or treatment.
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Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, including healthcare professional staff to form a high performing medical team. Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.
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Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
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Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol
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Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients
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Uphold HIPAA regulations
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Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts
Our healthcare professionals enjoy competitive benefits, including:
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Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowance
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Sign-On Bonus!
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Manageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekends
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Some flexibility with schedules - great for providers with families/other responsibilities
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Night/Weekend call coverage!
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Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals
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A professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity
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A career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is supplied
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Access to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available (including, but not limited to Dragon).
We are looking for skilled, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Providers. If you are interested, please submit your resume.
Benefits:
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401(k)
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401(k) matching
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Flexible schedule
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Loan forgiveness
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Malpractice insurance
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Paid time off
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Professional development assistance
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Referral program
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Relocation assistance
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Visa sponsorship
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Vision insurance
License/Certification:
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California MD/DO license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Schedule:
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Day shift
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Monday to Friday
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No nights
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No weekends
Requirements:
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
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Must possess a degree in medicine and a valid license from the California Medical Board.
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Experience: 3-5 years of related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Licenses/Certifications: Appropriate certifications and/or licensures
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Current BLS/ACLS required
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Current DEA required
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In depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices
SKILLS:
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Excellent verbal and written communication
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Active listening and active learning
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Flexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgrounds
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Time management skills to be able to see a high number of patients
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Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
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Critical thinking
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Social perceptiveness
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Complex problem solving
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Respect patient confidentiality
