What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSICIAN - FAMILY MEDICINE position at COMMUNITY HEALTH OF SOUTH FLORIDA INC?
Family Medicine Physician Position Overview
Escape the mainland grind and practice medicine where worldclass healthcare meets absolute paradise. A leading Florida Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is seeking a passionate, community driven MD or DO to deliver comprehensive primary care to the diverse and vibrant population of the Florida Keys. In this vital role, you will lead a dedicated clinical team, champion health equity, and build deep, lasting patient relationships all while being backed by a supportive organization that prioritizes manageable patient volumes and comprehensive loan repayment support. If you are ready to trade a grueling commute for coastal breezes, provide impactful care to an underserved community, and live in one of the most beautiful island chains in the world, your ultimate career destination awaits.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive outpatient Family Medicine care for patients across the lifespan.
- Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Provide preventive care, routine physical examinations, health screenings, and immunizations.
- Manage common conditions including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, respiratory illnesses, and other chronic diseases.
- Provide age-appropriate health counseling, wellness education, and lifestyle management.
- Perform in-office procedures as appropriate to training and scope of practice.
- Coordinate specialty referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care.
- Collaborate with nurse practitioners, medical assistants, behavioral health providers, and other members of the care team.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the EHR.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health programs.
- Engage in community outreach and health education programs.
- Support continuity of care and develop long-term relationships with patients and families.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Ability to provide telehealth services from home
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Generous CME paid time off
- Supportive administrative and clinical team
- Modern facilities with state-of-the-art equipment
- Integrated, multidisciplinary care environment
- Opportunity to serve a diverse and underserved patient population
- Eligibility for loan repayment programs through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
- Meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community