Physician (Bilingual-Spanish)

Physician (Bilingual-Spanish)

Hillsborough and Pinellas County, FL 33604

Description

At Claremedica, exceptional is the standard. Driven by our purpose to enhance the lives of the seniors in the communities where we have the privilege to work, live, and play, the Claremedica team is comprised of the brightest and best in their fields of expertise. From clinical excellence to unparalleled administrative support and beyond, we're working together to help seniors live happier, healthier, fuller lives. That kind of teamwork and passion for excelling can only exist in a workplace that fosters employees' growth and wellness and where their full potential and value are realized. At Claremedica, we're excited about great people like you. We're even more excited to support you with the resources, training, benefits, competitive compensation, and more to help you thrive and succeed in our communities. Opportunity awaits – welcome to Claremedica.

Essential Functions

As a Primary Care Physician specializing in Family Medicine, General Practice, or Internal Medicine, you are responsible for delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to a primarily Medicare Advantage population. You focus on preventive care, chronic disease management, and driving performance across key quality metrics such as HEDIS, Star Ratings, and care gap closure. Your practice emphasizes continuity, patient satisfaction, and proactive care management within a team-based, value-driven environment. You are licensed in Florida and operate in alignment with clinical best practices, compliance standards, and organizational goals to improve outcomes and deliver exceptional care to our senior population.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive primary care services to adult and senior patients with a focus on Medicare Advantage populations.
• Manage and coordinate care for patients with multiple chronic conditions in alignment with value-based care principles.
• Prioritize closing care gaps (e.g., screenings, labs, follow-up care) and achieving HEDIS and Star measure targets.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement efforts including chart audits, coding accuracy, and provider education.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and risk adjustment specialists to optimize patient care and documentation.
• Promote preventive care through regular wellness visits, immunizations, and health education.
• Utilize EMR systems effectively for documentation, coding (including HCCs), and care coordination.
• Attend clinical meetings, performance reviews, and compliance training as required.
• Maintain up-to-date licensure, certifications, and CME requirements as defined by state and federal guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not supervisory responsibilities.

Working Conditions

General office working conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust your focus. Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel

Travel to nearby Care Centers may be required on occasion to provide coverage as needed within a reasonable distance.

Safety Hazard of the Job

As a practicing physician, you may be exposed to various occupational hazards, including infectious diseases, needlestick injuries, and contact with bodily fluids or hazardous chemicals. The role may also involve prolonged standing, repetitive motions, and occasional lifting, which can contribute to musculoskeletal strain. Mental and emotional stress may arise from managing complex cases, high patient volumes, and emotionally charged situations. Additional risks include potential exposure to aggressive behavior from patients and eye strain from extended use of electronic medical records. Appropriate safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE), and training are provided to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications/requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or General Practice (board certification strongly preferred).
• Current, unrestricted Florida medical license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of primary care experience (Medicare Advantage or value-based care model preferred).
• Familiarity with HEDIS measures, Star Ratings, risk adjustment (HCC coding), and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and commitment to evidence-based medicine.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, patient-centered care model.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Prior experience in a value-based, capitated, or Medicare Advantage environment.
• Experience working with EMR systems and quality dashboards.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Creole, or another language commonly spoken by the local patient population is a plus.