Physician Internal Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Clinical Director 
Monterey Plaza - San Jose, CA 95138
Salary Range: $266,560.00 - $308,996.35 Salary
Position Type : Full Time
Education Level:  Medical School Degree

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Description

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Overall Summary

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Provide professional medical services for patients in accordance with clinic procedures and protocols and sound medical practices. Individual will review, monitor and update the clinic’s medical policies and procedures and provide clinical guidance and oversight related to the individual’s area of practice and expertise (i.e., Pediatrics, HIV/Infectious disease, Adult Medicine, Family Practice, Health Information Technology (HIT), etc.). Act as a medical resource and provide consultation on the assessment, management and treatment of complicated cases. In coordination with the Medical Director performs administrative responsibilities which include recruitment, orientation, supervision, and evaluation of medical personnel. Provides ongoing development and review of protocols to ensure optimized care for patients is in compliance with licensing agencies. Participates in agency-wide QA Committee, QA activities and Peer Review as needed. In conjunction with the Medical Director provides perspective on any/all issues of concern to the sites and/or agency which includes input on strategic planning, clinical operations, program development and grant management.

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Essential Responsibilities:

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Clinical:

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• Serves in an advisory role regarding historical matters and advices board on medical practices.
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• Provides professional medical services for clinic patients including taking medical histories, conducting physical examinations, ordering lab tests and prescribing treatments and medications. 
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• Performs minor surgical procedures, adapt treatment programs as indicated and refer patients for consultation and special services.
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• Discusses medical progress with patients and family.
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• Maintains legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. Fill out forms and maintain correspondence with hospitals and other community organizations involved in the medical care of clinic patients.
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• Provides clinical guidance to physicians, mid-level practitioners, nurses and lead medical assistants, including chart review, co-signing, consultation, and case conferences.
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• Provides back-up for mid-levels and review 10% of charts for Physician Assistants, as well as for Nurse Practitioners who have not obtained their Furnishing License (of medications). 
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• Individual reviews, monitors and updates the clinic’s medical policies and procedures and provides clinical guidance and oversight specifically related to their area of practice and expertise (i.e., Pediatrics, HIV/Infectious disease, Adult Medicine, Family Practice, Health Information Technology (HIT), etc.). 
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• Acts as a medical resource for clinical and non-clinical staff. Additionally provides consultation on the assessment, management and treatment of complicated cases.
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Administrative:

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• Oversees the administrative responsibilities in his/her area of practice and expertise that will include, but not limited to, recruitment, orientation, supervision, and evaluation of professional personnel.
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• Provides ongoing development and review of protocols to ensure optimized care for patients is in compliance with licensing agencies, and in keeping with good medical practices.
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• Participates in quality assurance and improvement activities, including the development and measurements of goals and efforts to address identified problems. Participates in agency-wide QA Committee, QA activities and Peer Review as needed.
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• Represents BACH to the professional medical community and other institutions as requested and as necessary.
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• Leads with integrity and professionalism, modeling ethical decision-making, composure under pressure, and a strong work ethic
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• Demonstrates enthusiasm and positivity to inspire staff and patients, fostering a culture of encouragement, innovation, and resilience.
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• In conjunction with the Medical Director, provides perspective on any/all issues of concern to the sites and/or agency. This includes input on strategic planning, clinical operations, program development and grant management.
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• Participates in the scheduling and facilitating of regular provider meetings.
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• Assists in the development and oversight of BACH’s annual budgeting and business planning process.
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• Oversees the supervision of PA’s and NP’s in specialized area as well as examining required chart reviews of PA’s.
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• Contributes to long-term planning and drives results by setting clear goals, addressing performance issues, and promoting innovative solutions aligned with BACH’s mission.
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• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
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Secondary Responsibilities:

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• Attends workshops, training, and meetings as needed, and as requested.
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• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
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Qualifications

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QUALIFICATIONS:

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Required Education, Experience, Training:

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• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
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• Valid California Medical License.
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• Board certified or board eligible in a specialized area such as Pediatrics, HIV/Infectious disease, Adult Medicine, etc.
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• 2 years experience in healthcare leadership role.
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• 5 years experience as a physician in a primary care setting.
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• Knowledgeable and sensitive to the medical needs of BACH’s diverse population.
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Preferred Education, Experience, Training :

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• Prior experience in public health or community health
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• Bilingual
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Certifications/Licenses:

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• Valid California Medical License to practice medicine.
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• Current DEA and CPR certificates.
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• Valid California State Driver’s License and proof of current automobile insurance.
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Physical Demands:

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This position requires:

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• Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical, clinical and administrative office environment, with some bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
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• Manual dexterity for tasks involving standard office equipment and computer keyboard, including repetitive movements, such as typing.
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• Traveling to work sites, including some exposure to outside elements.
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• Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations, requiring adherence to extensive safety precautions and possibly the use of protective equipment.
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Supervisor:

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Managerial personnel (supervisors, managers, directors, executive management) who are exempt or non-exempt and who are responsible for use of independent judgment to make personnel decisions or to recommend personnel decisions. Personnel decisions include, but are not limited to: hiring, promoting, transferring, evaluating, rewarding and terminating employees.

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Supervises:

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Providers in area of specialized practice and expertise

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