Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Primary Care Physician to provide comprehensive healthcare services within a multidisciplinary medical team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in internal medicine and family medicine, with a commitment to delivering patient-centered care. This role involves managing a diverse patient population, conducting thorough assessments, and developing personalized treatment plans to promote health and well-being. The Primary Care Physician will play a vital role in preventive care, chronic disease management, and health education, ensuring optimal health outcomes for patients across all age groups.
Duties
- Conduct detailed medical history reviews and comprehensive physical examinations to assess patient health status.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs, including preventive measures and chronic disease management.
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR--Elation) systems effectively for documentation, order entry, and patient tracking.
- Provide patient education on health promotion, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and disease prevention strategies.
- Coordinate with specialists and ancillary services such as radiology, laboratory testing (including medical imaging), and pharmacy to ensure integrated patient care.
- Manage acute illnesses and minor injuries while determining when specialist referral or hospital admission is necessary.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain accurate medical records in accordance with legal standards.
- Participate in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and service delivery.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution with valid licensure to practice medicine.
- Board certification or eligibility in family medicine or internal medicine is preferred.
- Proven experience in outpatient primary care settings, including clinic experience and hospital medicine.
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Elation or similar platforms for documentation and patient management.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, pharmacology, and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
- Familiarity with procedures such as suturing, basic airway management, and IV infusion is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse patient populations.
- Ability to handle complex cases involving chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, cardiology issues, endocrinology concerns, and mental health conditions such as PTSD or behavioral health needs.
- Experience working within HIPAA guidelines ensuring patient confidentiality and data security.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in clinical research or continuing education programs related to primary care practices.
Join our team dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive healthcare that improves lives through expert medical practice and innovative patient engagement strategies!
Pay: $135.00 - $165.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
