Primary Care Physician Internal/Family Medicine

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians (HMFP) is seeking a Primary Care Physician to provide the full scope of primary care services to patients of Bowdoin Street Health Center, including but not limited to diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, preventive care and health maintenance, and coordination of care. Physician will generally have a focus on either internal medicine or family medicine. Founded in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood in 1972 by community residents, Bowdoin Street Health Center remains focused on providing outstanding medical care while maintaining a tradition of working with residents to identify and meet their unique health needs. The mission of the health center is to provide excellent, compassionate care to our patients and support the health of the entire community. Primary Responsibilities: Obtain health history and perform physical examinations utilizing medical instruments and equipment. Order or execute various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on a patient’s condition. Analyze reports and findings of tests and examinations, and diagnose condition of patient. Accurately diagnose and treat a wide-range of acute and chronic diseases and injuries Administer or prescribe treatments and medications appropriate to a patient’s diagnosis. Prescribe medications in accordance with state and federal statutes and professional practice guidelines. Promote health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease. Prepare records and reports as required in support of services rendered in accordance with established procedures. Counsel patient and, if appropriate, family on diagnosis and treatment plans to ensure understanding and follow-through. Participate in peer review, quality assurance, provider meetings, and other clinical meetings. Make referrals to specialists when appropriate for a patient's condition and treatment. Support health center culture and promote team-based delivery of patient care.

ABOUT HMFP

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and research. As a physician-led organization, HMFP partners with more than 2,400 providers to support the delivery of exceptional care, promote professional development, and foster balance at work and home. HMFP physicians have faculty affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and provide care throughout the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) system and additional hospitals across Massachusetts. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.