Primary Care Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Primary Care - We Emphasize Balance: Flourish Both Professionally and Personally!

Become a Valued Member of Our Team as a Primary Care Physician!

Are you passionate about primary care and dedicated to supporting our nation's heroes? Our organization is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our outstanding team in providing exceptional primary care to veterans. Situated in McClellan Park, CA, this role offers a fulfilling career alongside a vibrant community.

The Primary Care Physician is responsible for delivering comprehensive primary care services to a group of veterans, ensuring consistent care within a collaborative healthcare team. This role involves assessing and managing both new and returning patients with various medical conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, ischemic heart disease, COPD, depression, and chronic pain. Care may be provided through in-person visits, telehealth, or video consultations, with occasional travel to VISN medical centers or Community-Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs) as needed. The physician will also order diagnostics, consultations, medications, and other therapies as required, address preventative health needs, and complete all necessary VA documentation, including clinical reminders and screenings, promptly. Telehealth and video consultations must be conducted from approved VA sites or designated alternate locations. Additionally, the physician may assist the Call Center as required.

• Provide comprehensive primary care services focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and chronic disease management.
• Encourage shared decision-making with veterans and their families to achieve the best health outcomes.

• Adopt and implement the PACT model, emphasizing collaboration and coordination among multidisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Apply evidence-based practices to improve patient care and outcomes.

• Engage in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
• Utilize various quality measurement tools to assess and enhance clinical performance and patient outcomes.

• Act as a mentor and role model for fellow healthcare providers within the primary care team.
• Participate in educational activities, offering guidance and support to residents, students, and other trainees.

• Facilitate care coordination for veterans, including specialty care, mental health services, and other ancillary services to ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to create personalized treatment plans for veterans.

• Leverage the VA's electronic medical record system for documentation, test ordering, and communication with patients and team members.
• Integrate telehealth as a vital component of primary care service delivery.

1. Meaningful Work: Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to veterans, ensuring their health and well-being. Your expertise will have a direct impact on the lives of those who have served.
2. Modern Facility: Work in a state-of-the-art facility equipped for advanced primary care diagnostics and treatments, with access to the latest medical technologies.
3. Collaborative Atmosphere: Join a dynamic team of professionals who prioritize collaboration and continuous improvement, sharing knowledge and innovating together.
4. Attractive Compensation and Benefits:
   • Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from $230,000 to $324,000 annually, ensuring your financial well-being.
   • Performance Bonus: Additional incentives based on performance.
   • Recruitment Incentive: A generous recruitment incentive to facilitate your transition into the role.
   • Annual Cost of Living Adjustments: Salary adjustments to keep pace with inflation.
   • Biennial Salary Review: Regular evaluations every two years to ensure fair compensation aligned with performance and industry standards.
   • Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, with multiple plan options starting on your first day.
   • Retirement Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) with a pension plan, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching up to 5%, and Social Security benefits.
   • Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over five years.
   • Paid Time Off: Physicians earn 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days for authorized absence to attend CME training.
   • Life Insurance: Coverage through the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).
   • Malpractice Liability Protection: Free liability protection with tail coverage included.
   • Continuing Medical Education (CME): Reimbursement for CME expenses to support your professional development.
   • No Call, Weekends, or Federal Holidays: Enjoy your time off while working with our primary care clinics.
5. Work-Life Balance and Supportive Environment: We are dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace that allows physicians to excel in providing care while maintaining personal well-being. Flexible scheduling and comprehensive support services contribute to a culture that promotes work-life balance.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us in making a difference. Honor the service, empower veteran health, and embrace life to the fullest in McClellan Park, CA!