Description

The physician will examine and treat common acute illnesses, chronic illnesses and injuries; correctly diagnose disease and formulate treatment, as well as order appropriate laboratory tests and radiological studies; and refer to specialists as needed, write prescriptions and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise protocols and available equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Acquires and documents relevant history and physical examination.
2. Makes professionally competent assessments and documents those with all relevant problems.
3. Develops reasonable plans including treatment, referrals and use of drugs within scope of practice.
4. Seeks help and guidance as necessary.
5. Performs relevant procedures competently with complete documentation.
6. Provides and consistently documents relevant education.
7. Responds to patient special needs and appropriate requests.
8. Participate in quarterly peer reviews and orientation activities as requested.
9. Participates in committees when requested.
10. Cooperates in call panels as scheduled.
11. Competency of EPIC electronic medical record is required.
12. Supervises NP/PAs adequately.
13. Uses discretion and judgement in handling sensitive or confidential information.
14. Be able to rotate and cover other sites when requested.
15. On time charting and completion of EMR by end of clinic business day.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

1. Doctorate in Medicine or Doctorate in Osteopathy.
2. Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college or university.
3. Completion of Post-graduate residency in family medicine/internal medicine.
4. Unrestricted license to practice medicine or ability to be licensed.
5. Previous ambulatory clinical experience above and beyond residency.
6. Prior experience with Patient Centered Medical Home model of care delivery.
7. Working knowledge of medical Spanish.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates ability and flexibility to work in other areas of the organization as needed.
2. Adheres to company’s policies and procedures.
3. Current, valid Podiatrist license in the State of California’s Board of Podiatric medicine.
4. Maintain active DEA, CPR and state of CA license.
5. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of and competency in management and supervisory functions.
6. Demonstrates knowledge of current compliance standards for federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
7. Maintains and promotes a safe work environment.
8. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
9. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook.
10. Displays positive outlook on the job and promotes professional behavior always.
11. Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision.
12. Leadership skills to provide direction to the health center and inspire others.
13. Diplomacy skills to work effectively in politically sensitive situations.
14. Ability to manage time efficiently and follow through on duties to completion.
15. Understands and commits to maintaining highest level of confidentiality.
16. Demonstrated ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and other external contacts.
17. Excellent problem-solving skills required, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical problems.
18. Sensitivity to needs of culturally and linguistically diverse patient and employee population.