Family Medicine Physician

Family Medicine PhysicianThe Family Medicine Physician will function as one of the primary medical services providers for Mary's Center, and is responsible for initiating assessment, diagnosis and the implementation of a range of care interventions for patient presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health problems. They must be able to evaluate the effectiveness of various treatment modalities and referrals through autonomous and accountable decisions in medical practice supported by current research. This position is open at our Maryland and Washington D.C. clinic.$15,000 Sign-On Bonus AvailableMary's Center is pleased to offer a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for eligible Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Physicians. The bonus is paid in multiple installments designed to reward both joining our team and continued service. Terms and conditions apply.This position will report directly to the Site Medical Director. They shall work collaboratively with their respective clinical leads. Annually, the clinician is evaluated on clinical competency by the Site Medical Director or their proxies (Associate Medical Director and/or Clinical Leads).To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Provide quality primary wellness and sick care to Mary's Center adult and pediatric patients in an efficient mannerPractice medicine within quality standards such as HEIDISPerform routine medical duties (complete and lock medical notes, review laboratory results, address telephone encounters and correct billing claims) in efficient and well-organized manner.Collaborate with Mary's Center and external healthcare providers as necessary to make appropriate medical decisionsPerform routine medical administrative duties in an efficient, well-organized mannerParticipate in various team and provider meetingsParticipate in projects and/or policy initiatives for Mary's Center and its communityParticipate in Saturday Clinics as neededParticipate in the Clinic's on-call scheduleCoordinate the transferring of patients to emergency facility and arrange for hospitalization as neededCoordinate for sub-specialty care with the nursing and social work staffProvide consultation and education to patients and/or parents and staff to increase the quality of patient care.Provide guidance and assistance to medical assistantsParticipate in inter-departmental meetings as neededParticipate in Mary's Center Continuous Quality Improvement PlanPerform other duties determined as necessary by the Administrative Medical Director and EVP, MedicineThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to communicate effectively in English is required. Ability to communicate effectively in at least one language commonly spoken by participants served by the program (e.g., Spanish or Amharic) is strongly preferred or required based on role assignment and program needs.Education and/or Experience – M.D. or D.O. degree. Current license to practice medicine in Maryland and DC or in the process of applying. Board certification/eligibility in family medicine or internal medicine preferable. Minimum of two (2) years practicing medicine in a community health clinic environment, preferred but not required. Experience in working with immigrant or economically-disadvantage populations in a maternal/child healthcare setting highly desirable. Fluency in English and Spanish highly preferred.Physical Demands – Regularly required to sit; frequently required to reach with hands and arms, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear; must be able to lift objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds.Work Environment – Mostly in a typical outpatient medical office/clinic setting with quiet to moderate noise level. May be exposed to potentially-hazardous blood-borne/respiratory pathogens and bodily fluids which require the practice of Universal Precaution procedures.BenefitsCompetitive benefits package, including medical, dental & vision insurance, plus retirement options25 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, in addition to 10 paid holidays, plus educational days to attend training and conferencesCME/License renewalsTuition reimbursement of $2750/year towards education assistance and professional development. Reimbursement is pro-rated based on the employee's regularly scheduled hours worked per weekNHSC/HRSA loan repayment options, if applicableWMATA metro/bus subsidyEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.