Physician - Family Practice

Board-Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine PhysicianTinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Board-Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician for a full-time permanent opportunity in Huntsville, Alabama. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive primary care to adolescents and adults, with occasional pediatric care as applicable, while working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff. The role includes general primary care, LGBTQI+ healthcare, and the management of HIV, Hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).Position DetailsJob Type: PermanentSpecialty: Family Medicine or Internal MedicineLocation: Albertville, AlabamaSetting: Outpatient Primary CareCompensation: $185,600–$296,400 annuallyEMR: eClinicalWorksSoftware: Microsoft OfficeClinical ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive acute and chronic primary care to adolescents and adults, with occasional pediatric care as applicable.Deliver primary care services to LGBTQI+ patients and provide medical management of HIV, Hepatitis C, HIV prevention, and STIs, including testing and treatment.Obtain and document patient histories, perform physical examinations, order diagnostic testing, coordinate consultations, and make referrals using evidence-based medicine.Review laboratory results, imaging, procedure results, and specialty consultation notes in a timely manner, ensuring appropriate treatment and follow-up.Document patient encounters and pertinent clinical information in the EMR, completing charts within required timeframes.Provide telemedicine services as needed to improve access and continuity of care.Perform minor office-based procedures and review EKGs as permitted by clinical privileges.Collaborate with specialists to manage complex patients and coordinate referrals when care falls outside the physician's scope of practice.Serve as a collaborating physician for advanced practice providers in accordance with Alabama requirements and complete applicable Collaborative Practice Agreement responsibilities.Screen patients and connect them with appropriate community services.Serve as the physician designee for medication, vaccine, and other patient care programs.Team Leadership & Quality ImprovementLead patient care team meetings, including daily huddles.Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff to promote evidence-based care and a supportive team environment.Support quality improvement initiatives, participate in assigned committee activities, and complete peer reviews as required.Work with clinical leadership to develop and improve healthcare protocols, procedures, forms, and standing orders.Promote practice efficiency, reduce waste, and support process improvement efforts.Help meet organizational objectives related to quality, patient engagement, documentation, coding, and billing.Educate patients, staff, and community members on health conditions, prevention, treatment, and available interventions.Assist with precepting students and residents as needed.Promote clinic services and support compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and grant or funding requirements.Schedule & Additional ResponsibilitiesParticipate in an after-hours answering service rotation and serve as a daytime point of contact.Travel to satellite clinics to provide patient care as needed.Maintain continuing education and required professional certifications.Complete other responsibilities as assigned by clinical or operational leadership.Qualifications & RequirementsM.D. or D.O. with a specialty in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.Current board certification through one of the following: American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine (AOBFM) American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM)Eligible for DEA registration and an Alabama Controlled Substances Certificate.Eligible to serve as a physician collaborator under applicable Alabama Collaborative Practice Agreement requirements.Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Knowledge of primary care management, with experience managing HIV, Hepatitis C, and STIs or willingness to develop this knowledge.Strong communication, patient education, organization, and teamwork skills.Ability to work respectfully and effectively with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality.Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuing education, and quality improvement.