Physician Specialist

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for managing the medical care of an assigned patient caseload, working collaboratively with the Chief Medical Director as outlined in the established protocol. The role includes operational leadership of the primary care team and reports to the physician team leader overseeing primary care operations. The Physician Specialist will also work closely with a nurse to support patient case management.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Provide medical care to underserved primary care patients.
2. Coordinate and deliver primary and preventive medical care to an assigned patient panel.
3. Provide consultation to the nurses and other clinical staff regarding the medical care of patients.
4. Consult with the Medical Director regarding the performance of midlevel providers and other back-office staff.
5. Collaborate on planning and directing the activities of the primary care team as related to the physician’s specialty.
6. Participate in medical service utilization audits, peer review, and quality assurance initiatives.
7. Contribute to population health management efforts, focusing on HEDIS quality measures for paneled patients.
8. Sign Delegation of Services Agreements for midlevel providers, following standardized procedures and protocols.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Current California Physician & Surgeon License.
2. Current DEA Certificate.
3. Current CPR Certification.
4. Ability to travel from site to site as needed.
5. Experience in working with clients and staff from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural background.
6. Demonstrated ability to implement patient-centered care approaches and evidence-based practices.
7. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

*All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Note: If you become a JWCH provider, you may be able to participate in Loan Repayment Program. A majority of our clinics are NHSC approved sites. The National Health Service Corp may be accepting applications Loan Repayment Program awards. The program is open to licensed primary care medical, dental, and mental and behavior health providers who are employed or have accepted an offer of employment at an NHSC-approved site. Awardees receive up to $50,000 in exchange for two years of service if they practice in a HPSA of 14 above (Tier I). Awardees can also receive up to $30,0000 in exchange for two years of service if they practice in a HPSA of 13 and below (Tier II). You will need to contact National Health Service Corp to apply and receive more information. Upon acceptance, you are encouraged to apply to National Health Service Corp for Loan Repayment Program.

Employee Benefits:

At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30 hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.
• Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD/STD).
• Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more!

Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

JWCH Institute, Inc Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.