Primary Care Physician

Overview

Primary Care Physician (PCP) is a licensed/Board Certified or Board Eligible professional in internal or family medicine who plays a key role in the clinical operations team by providing direct patient care primarily in health care center settings, and occasionally in acute care and home settings depending on the nature of the assignment. Responsibilities include geriatric assessment, medical history, physical exam, diagnosis and treatment, development of the plan of care, health education, specialty referrals, case management referrals, follow‑up and clear documentation according to UniVida standards.

Responsibilities

• Functions independently as a primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team.
• Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems.
• Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/family/significant other counseling and education.
• Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/or psychological problems commonly encountered including the consideration of the patient’s cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate.
• Patient management includes the following: writing admission, transfer and discharge orders; ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies; ordering appropriate medication and treatments; referring patients for consultation when indicated (e.g., dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.); documenting through in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences. Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team.
• Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention and initiates lifesaving procedures when necessary.
• Uses advanced communication skills to problem‑solve complex situations and to improve processes and service to patients.
• Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as appropriate.
• Participates in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Initiates arrangements and writes orders for discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically appropriate.
• Advocacy & education – ensuring the patient has an advocate for needed services and any needed education.
• Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and uses preferred providers when additional services are required.

Desirable Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful conditions.
• Establishes and maintains an effective working environment.
• Excellent people skills while following corporate policies and procedures.
• Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving clinical practice.
• Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences.
• Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes.
• Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.
• Bi/multilingual ability preferred.

Minimum Training and Experience

• MD or DO degree.
• Completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution.
• Board certification in primary care or related field from the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association.
• Current DEA and DPS registration (if applicable to state), for prescription writing.
• Is not sanctioned, excluded, or disbarred from any State or Federal Health Plan and has not opted out of Medicare participation.
• Willing to share malpractice history upon request.

Travel

Work may involve some driving/traveling to assigned clinics or corporate office.

Tools & Equipment Used

UniVida computers, standard and customized software applications, and tools.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

This position works under usual office conditions. The employee is required to work at a personal computer as well as be on the phone for extended periods of time. Must be able to sit, walk, stand. The incumbent must be able to work extended and flexible hours. Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.