What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Physician (Internal Medicine or Family Medicine) (MD/DO)- Alabama position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
Position Summary
The Primary Care Physician provides comprehensive outpatient medical care to adult and/or pediatric patients, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions. This role emphasizes continuity of care, patient-centered practice, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care, wellness visits, and routine physical examinations
- Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based medicine
- Order, interpret, and review diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with clinical guidelines
- Provide patient education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications
- Coordinate care with specialists and other healthcare providers as needed
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health efforts
- Adhere to all clinical, safety, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency program
- Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Active, unrestricted medical license (or ability to obtain licensure)
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
Skills and Attributes
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure