The Clinical Preceptor is responsible for teaching and supervising residents and medical students in the outpatient clinic setting. This role includes direct patient care oversight, evaluation of learner performance in accordance with ACGME core competencies, and documentation of all precepting encounters. The Faculty Physician ensures high-quality, patient-centered care by reviewing histories, physical examinations, diagnostic reasoning, treatment plans, and clinical documentation, while providing direct supervision of procedures and co-signing all encounters. Key Responsibilities include:
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Teach and supervise residents and medical students in the outpatient clinic
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Participate in the medical education and evaluation of residents and medical students using the core competencies set forth by the ACGME:
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One-on-one discussion regarding the care of every patient seen in the FMC.
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Review of patient’s History and Physical exam. This may include a face-to-face discussion with the patient to confirm or elicit history. The preceptor may need to repeat parts of the physical exam to confirm findings.
- Direct supervision of all procedures
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Evaluation of the resident/student’s fund of knowledge
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Evaluation of the resident/student’s diagnostic process
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Evaluation of treatment options and follow up care
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Critique of the resident/student’s case presentation
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Critique of the resident/student’s documentation in the medical record
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Document all precepting encounters in the patient record
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Advocate continuity of patient care
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Co-sign all encounters with appropriate attestation
- Provide guidance in the area of Practice Management, teaching the business of medicine, and overseeing/ensuring proper billing and coding for each patient encounter
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Communicate with front and back office staff as well as other providers to help ensure a proper patient flow and streamlined processes whenever possible
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Serve as a role model for professionalism
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Provide professional guidance and emotional support for residents and staff
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Serve as a resource for community services in relation to patient care
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Serve as a role model for patient advocacy and customer service
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Provide didactic lectures at noon conference
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Teach and role-model the “art” of medicine
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Communicate with other residency faculty and program director regarding clinic processes and function. Providing feedback regarding staff and physician performance.
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Ongoing participation with QI activities in the clinic
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All other duties as assigned.
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MD or DO physician faculty hired by the residency program to teach
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Family Medicine Board certified
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Arizona State License
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Able to be credentialed on all major health insurance plans.
HealthyU Clinics is a value-based healthcare organization committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across multiple states and specialties. We prioritize primary care while offering a broad range of services designed to improve outcomes and reduce overall healthcare costs. Our culture is built on collaboration, compassion, and continuous growth—ensuring both our patients and employees are supported and set up for success.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, and work-life balance:
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Competitive Base salary
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Additional Provider Compensation: wRVU and Bonus (Patient Experience, Quality, Supervision, etc.)
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Medical Coverage: Employer contributions toward medical insurance
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Additional Employer-Paid Benefits: GAP coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and life insurance
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Voluntary Benefits: Dental, vision, HSA, short-term and long-term disability, hospital indemnity, and more
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Provider Malpractice coverage / CME support
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Paid Time Off: Paid vacation / Paid holidays / Separate paid sick
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Growth Opportunities: As a rapidly expanding organization, we offer ongoing career advancement and internal mobility opportunities
Join a team where your work makes a meaningful impact and your career can grow alongside the organization.
