Perm – Physician – Family Medicine

Job Description:

• Accepting full-time and part-time candidates
• Must be willing and able to perform common office-based, outpatient surgical procedures (i.e. ambulatory surgery, stitches/staples, superficial burn treatment, biopsies, etc.)
• The Family Medicine Physician provides continuous quality patient-centered care to patients of all ages throughout their lifespan, following the Family Health Center's standards and practices. Family Medicine Physicians embrace a team-oriented approach in providing healthcare and be comfortable working with and overseeing Physician Assistants and providing collaboration with Nurse Practitioners.
• Provides healthcare and health management for patients of all ages
• Outpatient and clinic setting
• Averages 18 patients per day on the high end
• Provides a total assessment of the patient's health status, including systematic health history, a physical examination, and diagnostic testing
• Provides skilled observations and health assessments of patients, including history, physical examination, and appropriate interventions and referrals
• Provides patient care services appropriate to patient condition and in conjunction with current Joint Commission standards
• Diagnoses and treats or appropriately refer to health problems for the patient population. Orders interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Establishes and facilitates a plan of care related to a patient's identified problems, needs, and strengths, including medication, diet, therapeutic procedures, counseling, education, and teaching needs of patients, families, and groups.
• Assess and formulate a plan of care related to preventative, acute, and chronic needs identified by the patient and health care team in a manner that provides continuity of care. It includes coordinating care with patients' primary care physicians (PCP) when identifying and identifying an available PCP when one is not currently designated.
• Assesses patient/family learning needs and provides appropriate patient education.
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses the condition of the patient.
• Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule, given the patient's condition and allergies.
• Discusses any possible side effects of medication or immunization with the patient.
• Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from infectious diseases.
• Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for the prevention of disease.
• Patients refer to a medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for the patient's well-being.
• Documents the patient's visit, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action
• Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases
• Conducts physical examinations to provide the information needed for admission to the school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
• Participate in all required departmental and organizational meetings.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Demonstrated the ability to assess clinical needs and work in an integrated, holistic approach to care, including case management, disease management and/or population health programs.
• The ability to work within a high volume of medical practice with multiple interruptions and busy work schedule and respond to urgent and emergent situations.
• Knowledge of managed healthcare systems, medical quality assurance and quality improvement, and risk management,
• Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in inpatient care
• Desired start date:  60 to 90 days after offer
• EMR:  EPIC
• Open to 1099 candidates
• Open to commuters and/or those looking for secondary employment
• Accepting new graduate candidates
• Open to H-1B and J-1 visa candidates

ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ARE REQUIRED AT NAME CLEAR UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE.
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine - REQUIRED
MI licensing (in hand or in process) - REQUIRED (NO EXCEPTIONS)
DEA Verbal Confirmation (or willing to obtain) - REQUIRED
CSR/CDS (or willing to obtain) - REQUIRED

Is the provider willing and able to perform common office-based, outpatient surgical procedures (i.e. ambulatory surgery, stitches/staples, superficial burn treatment, biopsies, etc.) (add to "Experience" field) - REQUIRED
Is the provider interested in full-time or part-time employment? (add to "Additional Submission Requirements" field) - REQUIRED