Family Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION:  Salary, Exempt   

LOCATION: Indio, CA.

JOB SUMMARY : Responsible for engaging in the practice of medicine in the area of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics or Obstetrics/Gynecology at designated sites, functioning as an extension of the Medical Director and/or the Chief Medical Officer at a local level.

ACCOUNTABLE TO : Chief Medical Officer 

JOB DUTIES:  Responsible for performing the duties of a licensed physician such as the performance of diagnostic interviews, clinical examinations, evaluations, pharmaceutical prescribing, telephone consultations, preparation of clinical reports, and charting of individual patient medical records, including the following:

1. Responsible for providing all services in a manner that meets or exceeds the community standard of practice and ethical requirements of the medical profession. 

• Responsible for answering after-hour calls for all sites on a rotational basis.
• Attending staff meetings
• All related travel, record keeping, charting and other services related to the services described above (hereinafter referred to as “Medical Services”).  

1. Providing out-patient hospital services for all patients of the clinics at various facilities as assigned.   
2. Responsible for being credentialed with the hospitals CCCHC partners with for continuity of care compliance. 
3. Responsible for providing medical services to various facilities such as clinics and residential board and care facilities as assigned.
4. Responsible for complying with all policies, standards, and regulations of CCCHC and all governmental or medical regulatory authorities having jurisdiction over employee’s and/or employer’s practice of medicine.
5. Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of patient information and records in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, as well as in compliance with CCCHC policy.
6. Responsible for utilizing the medical forms and records provided by CCCHC, which shall remain the property of CCCHC
7. Responsible for providing in-service education of staff.
8. Responsible for providing other health services or procedures as requested from time to time by CCCHC.   
9. May be responsible for being the lead provider at designated sites, functioning as an extension of the Medical Director at a local level.
10. Complete reports and appropriate documentation, including billing and medical records, in a timely manner.
11. Consistently demonstrate and uphold CCCHC’s principle of providing quality health and human services to the medically underserved and low-income populations in a culturally sensitive manner.
12. Punctuality and Attendance: This is an essential job duty for CCCHC’s employees given the impact on patients. 
13. All other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment. 
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. 
• Ability to plan and be organized. 
• Ability to work well under pressure, take initiative and be flexible and cooperative. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and Company records.  
• Ability to work effectively with both employees and managers.  
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to patients and employees.  
• Demonstrated proficiency in various PC applications, including E-mail, Microsoft Excel, and Word, Internet and networking devices.  
• Required to know, follow and enforce safe work practices, and be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. 

Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical School & Residency program for Physician required.   
• Active California Medical License required.
• Active DEA required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Board certification in Family Practice other primary care discipline desirable.

Working Conditions

Normal clinic environment with:

• Walking and standing for extended periods of time,
• Reaching, twisting, stooping, visual acuity corrected to normal range, hand-eye coordination, grasping with fingers, hearing within normal range, sense of touch, gripping tightly required for operation of tests and measures and performance of other essential functions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while also being tactful, diplomatic, and empathetic.  
• Ability to organize, schedule work effectively, and work independently without supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with patients, customers, managers and other levels of personnel, in person and on the telephone. 
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure under conditions of urgency and/or time constraint.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service.

Central City Community Health Center offer a dynamic work environment with competitive salaries and benefits. Central City Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Central City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.