PHYSICIAN (Family Practice)

Physician PositionThe physician is in compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to the organization's administration of healthcare. The physician provides medical services to the patients of Community Health Services in acute care and the clinical office setting. Establishes and maintains a patient practice establishing health plans with diagnosis and performing non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with internal organs.Reports to: Chief Medical OfficerSupervises: N/ADress Requirement: Business Casual with white provider coat or scrubs in accordance with Heart of Ohio Family Health's dress code policyWork Schedule:Monday through Friday during standard business hoursTimes are subject to change due to business necessityExempt þJob Duties, these are considered essential to the successful performance of this position:Works as an integral part of the team providing care in accordance with the organization's mission as it relates to indigent and charity careMaintains strict patient confidentiality at all timesCompletes patient history and physicalDocuments all patient care provided according to policyFormulates and directs a plan of care for the patientRefers to other providers as neededPrescribes medication in accordance with Ohio revised code and Ohio Administrative CodeDirects patient education for health education, maintenance, emotional and physical needsProvides evening and weekend coverage for patients on a rotational basis coordinated by the Chief Medical Director as requiredParticipates in Performance Improvement ProgramDemonstrates effective oral and written communication skillsEstablishes and maintains a professional working relationship with other members of the healthcare teamMaintains knowledge of and complies with personnel and medical policies and proceduresAssists other team membersAdheres to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPPA, OSHA, OIG guidelines, other state and federal laws). This also includes reporting to the Board of Directors, Compliance Officer, Privacy Officer, supervisor, suggestion box, any suspected unethical, fraudulent or unlawful acts or practicesProvides direct service, case management and collaboration with all multidisciplinary team members in the provision of healthcare to the patientsParticipates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and best practices in healthcare administrationPerforms duties in accordance with community, professional and legal standardsProvides culturally sensitive professional care for all patients registered to be seen at CentersAdheres to all correct coding requirements set forth by Medicaid and MedicareAttends educational workshopsAdhere to all of the Organization's policies and procedures, especially the hazardous, health and safety proceduresPerforms other duties as assignedJob Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):Licensed to practice medicine in the State of OhioLicensed in customary narcotics and controlled substances prescriptionsBoard eligible or certified by an applicable nationally recognized boardFree of all suspension, sanctions, reprimands or discipline by any licensing board, state, local society, or managed care organizationFree of malpractice action or allegations of malpractice whereby a settlement payment to a plaintiff of an aggregate of more than $100,000Ability to participate as a physician in federal care programs; ie, Medicare, Medicaid, etc.Knowledge of medical care laws and regulations and standard care guidelinesAbility to communicate (orally and in writing) in a professional mannerAbility to work in conjunction with other employees and business associatesAbility to maintain an established work schedule to ensure dependability, accuracy of work quality, and a harmonious, consistent work environmentFacility Environment:Heart of Ohio Family Health operates in multiple locations. All facilities are a medical office environment with front-desk reception area, separate patient examination rooms, nursing stations, pharmacy stock room, business offices, hallways and private toilet facilities. All facilities are on the main ground floor and ADA compliant.This position's primary work area is patient examination rooms and office.The patient examination rooms and office area is:kept at a normal working temperaturesanitized dailymaintains standard office environment furniture with adjustable chairsmaintains standard office equipment; i.e., computer, copier, fax machine, etc. at a normal working height