What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Physician position at Inner-city Muslim Action Network?
OVERVIEW:
The Primary Care Physician serves as a primary care provider for patients across the age and gender spectrum, offering a wide range of healthcare services that place a strong emphasis on wellness and prevention while also providing high-quality chronic disease management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Primary Care Physician serves as a primary care provider for patients across the age and gender spectrum, offering a wide range of healthcare services that place a strong emphasis on wellness and prevention while also providing high-quality chronic disease management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide and manage direct patient care including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment
- Triage patients to differentiate between immediate and less urgent care
- Order diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests and interpret test results
- Perform minor outpatient surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures
- Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate
- Instruct and counsel patients regarding adherence to prescribed therapeutic regimens, with an emphasis on preventative care and disease management
- Communicate with patients regarding testing results, follow-up care, and additional information
- Complete clinical documentation of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues through patient encounter in EMR system that is accurate, high quality, and completed in a timely manner
- Participate in clinical meetings and compliance trainings
- Serve as a supervising physician for mid-level providers
- Participate in required CME courses and perform CME credits to maintain license
- Should be available to work extended hours, including some weekends
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of a family medicine residency program.
- Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine (Board certification preferred).
- Valid and active medical license to practice in the state of Illinois.
- Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (if applicable).
- Experience with electronic medical records and proficiency with various computer based applications
- Ability to prioritize work and manage time, as well as to make balanced and objective decisions with the highest degree of integrity
- Fluency in additional languages strongly preferred (Spanish, Arabic)
- Clinical Knowledge & Expertise: Strong understanding of medical conditions, treatments, diagnostic procedures, and evidence-based practices for diverse patient populations.
- Patient-Centered Care: Build trusting relationships and provide compassionate, individualized care considering emotional, social, and cultural factors.
- Diagnostic Skills: Expertise in assessing symptoms, conducting exams, and interpreting diagnostic tests for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Preventive Care & Health Promotion: Proficient in preventative measures like immunizations, screenings, and health education to promote wellness and reduce risks.
- Chronic Disease Management: Skilled in managing long-term conditions like diabetes and hypertension, and creating care plans for improved quality of life.
- Communication Skills: Clear communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams, including explaining conditions and treatment options effectively.
- Cultural Competence: Respect for diverse backgrounds, providing equitable care while addressing unique health challenges.
- Decision-Making & Problem-Solving: Critical thinking to make evidence-based, timely decisions, adapting to changing patient needs and medical knowledge.
- Patient Education & Advocacy: Empower patients through education on health management, treatments, and advocating for their best interests.
- Ethical and Professional Conduct: Uphold high standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism, with commitment to continuous improvement.
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(K)
- Vacation, Sick, and Personal days
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life and Disability Insurance
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000