Family Medicine Physician

Family Medicine Physician

Where history comes alive in the heart of West Virginia. The community Gassaway, WV nestled in the picturesque Appalachian Mountains, offers a tranquil retreat for tourists seeking outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Visitors can explore the scenic beauty of the region by hiking the nearby trails of the Monongahela National Forest or enjoying water activities at the Sutton Lake Marina. History enthusiasts can delve into the past at the Flatwoods Monster Museum, where they can learn about local folklore and the infamous encounter with the mysterious creature.

The Braxton County VA Clinic offers primary care services aimed at maintaining veterans' health and well-being. The clinic provides various health services including laboratory and pathology testing for illness management, family and internal medicine consultations, and coordination of other specialized care such as mental health services and women's health care.

Responsibilities

• The Family Medicine Physician provides a full range of medical services including evaluation, diagnosis, consultation & referral, specialty referrals for outpatients of all ages.
• Will make referral recommendations to the Clinical Director as required ensuring appropriate specialty care, follow-up, continuity of care and ensuring appropriated forms are completed.
• Will participate in treatment planning on a program basis and for individual patients.
• Shall be required to confer with clinical and administrative staff on a regular basis assuring timely and adequate communication of findings or concerns for appropriate and quality care.
• Family Medicine Physician shall regularly record patient contacts in the appropriate medical record.
• Will enter consults/referrals for other services such as: Contract Health, Behavioral Health, Social Services, Optometry, Audiology, Dietary and Public Health Nursing where appropriate.
• Will work with outside facilities and their staff on cases requiring decisive immediate care and possible ambulance transport.
• Family Medicine Physician provides patient management for appropriate follow-up and care either at a scheduled clinic, walk-ins or for a contract health referral.

Requirements

• License: Shall have a current license to practice medicine in any State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia and shall be full and unrestricted throughout the duration of employment.
• Board Certification: Shall be board certified/board eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Must have Basic Life support (BLS) or the equivalent through the American Heart Association.
• Must have a DEA certification.

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.