Primary Care Physician at ChenMed Virginia Beach, VA

Primary Care Physician (PCP) Location: Virginia Beach, VA. Responsibilities Functions independently as a primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team. Assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems, performs physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. 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 consideration of the patient's cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs. 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.). Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries. Participates in patient care rounds and conferences, communicating patient management strategies to members of the patient care team. Recognizes situations which require immediate attention and initiates life‑saving procedures when necessary. Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations and improve processes and service to patients. Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery, identifying and implementing new practice patterns as appropriate. Initiates arrangements and writes orders for discharges, completing appropriate paperwork. Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, social workers, family, and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care when medically appropriate. Advocates for and provides education to ensure the patient has an advocate for needed services and any required education. Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identify needs. Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient/family's ability to make informed decisions regarding goals of care, palliative care, and hospice. Manages resource utilization and reimbursement for services, facilitating discharge to appropriate level of care and using preferred providers when additional services are required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Scientific Foundation Competencies: 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 integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge. Leadership Competencies: Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide change; provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including patients, community, integrated health care teams, and policy makers; demonstrates leadership that uses critical and reflective thinking; advocates for improved access, quality and cost‑effective health care; advances practice through development and implementation of innovations incorporating principles of change; communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and in writing. Quality Competencies: Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality of clinical practice; evaluates relationships among quality, safety, access, and cost; anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality; applies skills in peer review to promote a culture of excellence. Practice Inquiry Competencies: Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge into practice; generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes; applies clinical investigative skills to improve health outcomes; disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using multiple modalities; analyzes clinical guidelines for individualized application into practice. Technology and Information Literacy Competencies: Integrates appropriate technologies for knowledge management to improve health care; translates technical and scientific health information appropriate for various users' needs; assesses the patient's and caregiver's educational needs to provide effective, personalized health care; coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change; demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision making; contributes to the design of clinical information systems that promote safe, quality and cost‑effective care; uses technology systems, with ongoing learning and updates, which capture data on variables for the evaluation of primary care. Policy Competencies: Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and practice; advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity, quality, and cost; analyzes ethical, legal, and social factors influencing policy development; contributes in the development of health policy; analyzes the implications of health policy across disciplines; evaluates the impact of globalization on health care policy development. Education & Experience Criteria MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a similar specialty. Must be able to obtain a state medical license or already have a current, active state medical license for the state(s) in which the physician will be practicing. Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, or a similar specialty is preferred; board eligibility is required. Newly board‑certified physicians must maintain board certification in their specialty by completing necessary MOC, CME, and/or retaking board exams as required. Must have a current DEA number for schedule II–V controlled substances. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within the first 90 days of employment. Demonstrated ability to function independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals. Experience with geriatric assessment, medical history, physical exam, diagnosis and treatment, development of a plan of care, health education, specialty referrals, case‑management referrals, follow‑up, and clear documentation according to quality, service, productivity, and teamwork standards. Knowledge of risk and quality management programs, clinical meetings, regulatory compliance, and departmental goals and objectives. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities, and work‑life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr