Clinical Physician

Clinical PhysicianMt. View Health Center$144.23 - $168.27Position DetailsJob Title: Clinical PhysicianJob Type: Full-TimeLocation: Mt. View Health CenterSalary: $144.23 - $168.27Job DescriptionClinical Physician (CP) provides direct patient care in conjunction with the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) staff to patients of the RHC. CP will provide quality care to patients of the clinic by performing appropriate history and physical, developing appropriate treatment plans and documents clearly within the electronic health record. The CP will counsel and educate patients and family members and schedule appropriate follow up. The Physician will treat patients in line with standards of care. CP will work in collaboration with RHC Medical Director, Clinic Manager and Advanced Practice Providers (APP). CP may function as a Supervising or Collaborating physician for clinic APPs. CP will participate in RHC staff meetings as well as KVHD medical staff activities. CP will maintain education requirements to maintain licensure as a physician in the state of California.Roles & ResponsibilitiesObtains appropriate and pertinent history and performs appropriate physical exams of patients of the MVHC.Documents clearly and completely within HER.Orders appropriate ancillary testing.Treats patients consistent with standards of medical care.Educates patients on disease management and preventative medicine.Maintains continuing medical education.Maintains communication with all members of the department.Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.Consults other departments within the MVHC and hospital, as appropriate, to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.Communicates clearly and appropriately to team leader, co-workers, and physicians.Provides adequate supervision of APPs and co-signs charts as indicated.Performs other duties as assigned within the CP scope of practice.Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are always professional. Wears identification while on duty and use the computer time system correctly.Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.Reports to work on time and as scheduled.Always maintain patient confidentiality.Meets current documentation standards and policy.Actively participates in performance improvement and quality improvement (QI) activities.Completes annual education requirements and attends staff meetings, as appropriate.Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and other regulations.Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, department manager and staff.Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.Use good judgment in ensuring adherence to established hospital procedures and policies.Qualifications & SkillsCurrent licensure as a Physician within the state of California, M.D. or D.O.DEA RegistrationCurrent BLS certificationACLS / PALS recommended.Possesses good oral and written communication skills.Demonstrates interpersonal relationships in a manner which enhances communication, promotes conflict resolution, and facilitates staff development.Additional languages are preferred.Basic computer knowledge.Skills and knowledge to sustain and evaluate competence in the care of the age and type of patient populations served.