Physician, Family Medicine

Family Medicine Physician

Location: Esperanza Health Centers

Annual Salary: Based on qualifications and experience

At Esperanza Health Centers, we're more than a clinic—we're a vibrant, mission-driven community where compassionate care meets professional growth. Our team operates under the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, and every day, you'll be part of making healthcare accessible, welcoming, and personalized.

We believe in supporting you—offering benefits that go beyond the basics:

• BCBS Medical PPO Plans
• Ameritas Dental & Eye Med Vision Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000/year)
• 10 Paid Holidays + 26 Days of Paid Time Off
• Continued Medical Education 5 days plus $2000
• Eligibility for loan repayment through NHSC

Your Role & Impact

As a Family Medicine Physician, you'll provide primary medical care services to pediatric and adult patients (and in some cases OB/GYN patients) in both the ambulatory and in-patient setting using primary care concepts, emphasizing prevention of illness and the promotion of health lifestyles. You'll support clinical operations and patient care through both clinical and administrative duties by:

Patient Care & Enhancing Care Flow

• Manages ambulatory Family Medicine primary care medical practice by eliciting patient histories, performing physical examinations, providing accurate clinical diagnoses, prescribing evidence-based and cost-effective treatments and providing patient education.
• Adheres to Esperanza Health Center's Productivity Standard for Physicians of an average of at least 2.6 patient visits per hour of ambulatory time worked.

Collaborative Support & Communication

• Maintains and promotes patient satisfaction through acknowledgement that environmental, social and cultural factors influence one's health.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities of the health center including complete, legible and accurate chart documentation, Peer Review chart audits and reviews, and designated projects.
• Practices evidence-based, cost-effective primary care in a team-based model.
• Maintains liaison with any Partner Hospitals' medical staff and ambulatory care departments through obtaining and maintaining Hospital Privileges, attendance at department and section meetings, and attending physician teaching duties

Administrative Duties

• Prepares, implements and documents age specific preventative health schedules for pediatric and adult - and in some cases OB/GYN patients.
• Builds and maintains a Family Medicine medical practice with follow-up of return appointments and referrals, in-patient management and other methods that assure continuity of care.
• Maintains clinical competency through regular Continuing Medical Education and provides documentation of such to Esperanza Health Center's Administration.
• Takes call for Esperanza Health Center patients as assigned by the Medical Director

Esperanza Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.

Requirements

• Bilingual English/Spanish, required.
• Graduate of an Accredited Medical School.
• Completed an Accredited Post-Graduate Training Program in Family Medicine.
• Board Certified or Eligible in Family Medicine.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

What You Get in Return

• A deeply mission-aligned workplace where your work matters—and you're valued
• Opportunities to grow your career in a supportive, community-focused healthcare setting
• A culture built around trust, respect, and collaboration, where you'll truly feel part of the family

Ready to Join Our Team?

We'd love to hear from you. If you're the kind of person who radiates compassion, thrives in teamwork, and thrives in making a difference—start a conversation with us. Make an Impact and Apply now to help join Esperanza in serving our community!