Physician

Overview Title: Physician Base Salary Range: $224,800 - $244,000 plus benefits FTE : Full Time - Exempt We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Physician who wants to make a difference in our community. We want to hear from you if you thrive in a fast-paced, caring, and compassionate environment! Our Mission: The Mission of South Central Family Health Center is to improve the quality of life for the diverse Community of inner city Los Angeles by providing affordable and comprehensive health care and education in a welcoming and multi-cultural environment. To lead the way in health care in South Los Angeles, as the premier provider and employer of choice offering comprehensive, high quality, affordable, efficient and culturally responsive services. Responsibilities General Summary: Under the direction of a physician, this position provides comprehensive medical services for members of family, regardless of age or sex within scope of service/training. Services include Preventative care, immunizations, primary care and treatment, health education, prescribing of medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations, STD screenings, vision/hearing, women’s health, family planning, prenatal services, nutrition. Incumbents work some evenings and Saturdays as scheduled. The ideal candidate will have to perform some of the following essential duties. Manages the care of patients in collaboration with other health professionals and members of the health care team in order to have an effective integration and coordination of the clinical department. Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury. Orders, performs, and interprets tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition. Collects, records, and maintains patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results. Monitors patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary. Explains procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients. Advises patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention. Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers. Directs and coordinates activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff. Plans, implements, or administers health programs or standards in clinic for prevention or treatment of injury or illness. Attendance is essential in order to provide quality of care to patients, face-to-face interaction with patients, and to work with provided healthcare equipment collected at clinics. Qualifications M.D. D.O. Graduate from an accredited Medical School Current California State Medical License Current D.E.A. Certificate Residency trained and Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) ACLS or Advanced Life Support Experience Must have minimum 2 years prior experience in community clinic setting as a Family Physician-preferred. Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of modern medicine related to public health services and non-profit health services in underserve communities Knowledge of community health centers, public health services, public assistance programs, state and federal regulations (Title XXII, Title XVI and Title 42 of the Public Health Services Act), Patient Rights and the structure of American health care system Ability to plan, supervise, and execute a local health program and oversee staff Exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, function in a rapidly changing environment, adjustment to fluctuating work volume and accomplish organizational goals Complete of appropriate documentation in an accurate and timely manner Intermediate computer efficiency, experience with Patient Management Systems, and ability to work with the electronic health record Ability to work with people of all social and ethnic backgrounds and communicate with the community to give the health center visibility and credibility Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Benefits Top benefits or perks: As a team member at South Central Family Health Center, you’ll enjoy competitive wages and generous benefits: Benefits: Health care, dental, life insurance 403 (b) Retirement plan Education Reimbursement Career development: Entry-level employees have opportunities to work in management, HR or other areas of the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr South Central Family Health Center