Job Description
Job Description
Medical Doctor / Physician - M.D / D.O.
Status: Part-Time, or Full-Time availability
Locations: Compton and Norwalk, California
We are looking to hire a compassionate, mission-oriented Board-Certified/Board-Eligible pediatric or family practice practitioner. Candidates must be committed to providing quality health care to an indigent and culturally diverse population.
Candidates shall establish medical evidence-based on the individual's statement of symptoms and medical assessment that includes the results of a physical health examination review of medical history, signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings. Documentation of examinations formatted as per American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).
The practitioner needs to be open to a commitment of at least 18 months. Further details will be provided in the job offer letter/contract.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide primary care treatment in accordance to standard medical practice protocols
- Record medical history and provide physical examinations and follow-up care
- Provide individual patient instruction in accordance to prescribe treatment plan
- Prescribe appropriate medications to patients as needed according to medical protocols and standard medical practice
- Identify physical, nutritional and/or lifestyle problems and refer to appropriate on-site and off-site resources
- Identify psychological and emotional problems/issues and refer to on-site or off-site resources
- Consult with Medical Director or specialty physicians for patient evaluations as needed
- In conjunction with Medical Director, update Medical Protocols on an annual basis
- Adhere to Quality Improvement guidelines and participate in Quality Improvement programs for chronic diseases
- Supervise mid-level practitioners as assigned
- Work closely with Nutritionists/Health Educators in order to provide appropriate education to the patients
- Participate in Provider meetings and QI Meetings as required
- Serve as a preceptor instructor to Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or medical students assigned
- Attend conferences and seminars when requested and comply with continuing education requirements.
- Well versed with use of EHR programs.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Satisfactory completion of an accredited training program
- Current license in the State of California as a Pediatric/Family Practice physician
- Board Eligible/Board Certified
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum of one year of clinic experience preferred
- Must relate well to all cultural and ethnic groups in the community
- Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred but not required)
- Ability to be flexible
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of medical practice related to outpatient health and occupational health, group health as required.
- Knowledge of medical policies, regulations and procedures.
- Skill in developing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
- Skill in developing and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly, objectively and effectively in emergency situations.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Starting at $250,000 per year, an opportunity for an increased starting salary is based on the physician's availability for roles other than direct outpatient primary care.
If you have any questions or would like to send a cover letter with your resume/cv, please email Alyssa Rodriguez rodriguez.alyssa@drtonichavis.com
Company DescriptionDr. Toni Johnson-Chavis and Associates’ mission is to provide direct access to comprehensive, quality, primary, and preventive healthcare to improve the health status and well being of the impoverished and under-served communities of the greater Compton, California, and neighboring areas.
Company Description
Dr. Toni Johnson-Chavis and Associates’ mission is to provide direct access to comprehensive, quality, primary, and preventive healthcare to improve the health status and well being of the impoverished and under-served communities of the greater Compton, California, and neighboring areas.