Primary Care Physician

Primary Care Physician Opportunity

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona. WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department, 19-bed Acute department and many ancillary services. We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics. Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care. Join us today and let us be part of your success story.

We offer:

• Full Benefits
• PTO/Sick Leave
• Wellness Benefits

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a non-profit organization and qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

General Description

The Primary Care Physician will be responsible for providing complete clinical care for all patients under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer and Clinic Medical Director. and by written protocols. Primary Care Physician works in conjunction with the Clinic Medical Director in implementing and maintaining quality and exceptional healthcare to our community of patients.

Essential Job Duties

• Obtain medical, social and developmental histories.
• Perform physical exams and immunizations on patients.
• Order Imaging studies, Laboratory, Rehab studies and other diagnostic testing. as indicated.
• Provide health education and counseling.
• Management of all acute and chronic illnesses above established standards.
• Consult with and refer to appropriate specialists and surgeons in regard to high risk or complex patients.
• Management of services in accordance with established Clinic policies/procedures and contracted services.
• Exercise judgment in establishing priorities of medical care.
• Participation in Quality Improvement (CQI) program.
• Provide case management with other health care team members.
• Participate, and attend Medical Staff, Administrative and community meetings and events.
• Provide consultations to other Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Medical Assistant.
• Participate in community education and teaching at various public events throughout our service area.

Other duties as assigned by Chief Medical Officer/Clinic Medical Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Family Practice/Internal Medicine
• BCLS and ACLS certified
• Current DEA registration for prescribing medications
• Experience in geriatric, pediatric and primary care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit at a desk for up to six hours per day
• Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, and squat to access files and various documentation
• Must be able to lift to 20 pounds frequently
• May be exposed to a constant noise level due to the office environment.