Primary Care Physician

Job DescriptionPrimary Care PhysicianScroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.Location: Hibbing, MN 55746Specialty: Internal Medicine / Family Practice (Board Certified or Board Eligible)Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMHours: Full-Time (40 hours/week)Position SummaryThe Primary Care Physician is responsible for providing comprehensive outpatient and/or inpatient primary care services, including diagnosis, treatment, management, and coordination of patient care. The physician will work in a clinical setting delivering high-quality, patient-centered medical care across adult and geriatric populations.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Patient Care (Approx. 90%)• Provide complete primary care services including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients• Conduct patient history and physical examinations• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (lab work, imaging, ECG, etc.)• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with clinical guidelines• Manage acute, chronic, and preventive care conditions• Provide perioperative and inpatient care when required• Participate in emergency response, including codes and rapid response situations• Perform clinical procedures within scope of practice, including but not limited to:o Abscess incision and drainageo Thoracentesiso Paracentesiso Lumbar punctureo Nasogastric and gastric tube insertiono Foley catheter placemento Joint aspiration/injectiono Removal of lines and tubeso ACLS proceduresCare Coordination & Clinical Responsibilities• Coordinate patient care with specialists and interdisciplinary teams• Ensure appropriate admission, treatment planning, and discharge planning• Provide end-of-life care discussions and advance care planning• Ensure timely follow-up and continuity of care• Communicate effectively with referring providers and care teams• Initiate appropriate referrals (e.g., social work, behavioral health, community services)• Ensure proper documentation of patient encounters and medical recordsDocumentation & Administrative Duties (Approx. 10%)• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record system• Complete encounter documentation within required timelines• Participate in clinical meetings and care coordination activities• Support quality improvement and compliance initiativesRequired Qualifications• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family xhyhwjd Practice• Active, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory (must be eligible for multi-state practice as required)• Current BLS and ACLS certification• Valid DEA registration• NPI number• Completion of accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice• Strong clinical experience in primary care settingsRequired Skills & Competencies• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills• Ability to manage acute and chronic medical conditions• Competency in minor procedures within scope of practice• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills• Ability to recognize and respond to medical emergencies• Strong documentation and clinical reporting skills• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment• Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)