Primary Care Physician (Med/Peds)

Job Description

Job Description

MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES

Our mission is to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare, and supportive services to those in our community. Our vision is "Improving the Health and Well Being of our Community." Our Core Values consist of Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence. Employees must possess a strong commitment to the mission, policies, goals, and philosophy of Harbor Community Health Centers (HarborCHC).

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Primary Care Physician (Med/Peds) provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary and preventive care to patients across the lifespan as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This role is uniquely qualified to treat both adult and pediatric populations, with patient mix determined by organizational and operational needs. Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Provide comprehensive primary care including diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations across all age groups
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic and therapeutic tests
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with patients and care teams
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments
• Provide preventive care, screenings, and health education
• Coordinate referrals for specialty care as needed
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with organizational standards
• Ensure all encounter notes are completed within 72 hours of the visit
• Review and address incoming reports (labs, imaging, consults, etc.) in a timely manner
• Participate in care team collaboration, peer review, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support continuity of care and patient access across the organization
• Participate in after-hours telephone call coverage as assigned
• May provide supervision to advanced practice providers (NP/PA), as assigned
• Meet productivity expectations (estimated 18–24 patients per day)
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education & Training:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution 
• Completion of accredited residency training

Licensure & Certification:

• Active, unrestricted California Medical License 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics (Med/Peds), Family Medicine, or related primary care specialty 
• Current DEA registration 
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Experience:

• Prior experience in a community health center or FQHC setting strongly preferred 
• Experience working with underserved populations highly desirable 
• Experience with electronic health records (e.g., eClinicalWorks) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong clinical skills across the lifespan (pediatric and adult populations) 
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, interdisciplinary environment 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care 
• Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations 

EXPECTATIONS

• Adheres to all HarborCHC’s policies and procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that represents HarborCHC’s core values at all times.
• Must possess a solid commitment to the mission, policies, goals, and philosophy of HarborCHC.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts.
• Communicates regularly with his/her immediate supervisor about departmental and HarborCHC concerns.
• Consistently reports to work prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust.

HOURS OF OPERATIONS

HarborCHC is open Monday-Thursday 7:00am-7:00pm, Friday 8:00 am-5:00pm, and Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm.

HR PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Clear all post offers, pre-employment background screening, and education verification.
• This job description is not intended to cover all aspects of the position; additional duties may be assigned.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

HarborCHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race; religion; color; sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; physical or mental disability; medical condition; genetic information/characteristics ; marital status/registered domestic partner status; age; sexual orientation; reproductive health decision-making; military or veteran status; use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace; and any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. This policy applies whether the individual has or is perceived to have any of the characteristics protected by law or is associated with a person who has or is perceived to have any of the characteristics protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements define this position as it currently exists and are intended to describe the general responsibilities and requirements for this job. They are not to be considered as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional duties at the discretion of the supervisor. HarborCHC is an at-will employer.

In addition, HarborCHC may change your duties, compensation or hours, or transfer, reassign, promote, demote, suspend, or otherwise change the terms and conditions of your employment (other than the at-will relationship), with or without cause or prior notice.

Full-time, 40 hours per week
Typical schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
*Schedule may vary based on operational needs*