As part of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare providers under the leadership of the Chief Medical Officer, the Family Practice Physician works to achieve the organizational goals of Bay Area Community Health through the delivery of primary medical and educational care in a patient-centered environment. Following clinic protocols and policies provides care to include but not limited to: examination, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, patient education, follow-up consultation and referrals for specialist services, labs and tests as necessary. Maintains legible, accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. The Physician also provides oversight of clinical support staff (i.e. Midlevel Practitioners, Medical Assistants and Nursing staff) and handles operational issues on the clinical floor to ensure continuity of services and a smooth patient flow. Works in a collaborative effort across all departments and delivers care appropriate for an outpatient, primary care community health center with multicultural, multilingual patient population.
Essential Responsibilities
- Perform medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, minor surgical procedures, follow-up consultation and health education following BACH clinical policies and procedures.
- Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care.
- Educate patient and/or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
- Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs and tests as necessary.
- Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing and implementing protocols and procedures to facilitate delivery of comprehensive health services.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of new clinical programs as needed. Also, works with new technologies for the improvement of patient services and clinic operations.
- Provide in-service training for all staff in selected topics as deemed necessary in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer.
- Participate in peer review as per BACH policy and procedure.
- Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH’s Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
- Perform all duties in support of successful implementation to EHR/EPM.
- Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral.
- Provide medical consultation and back-up for mid-level practitioners, including review of 5% of charts for Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners. Back-up includes immediate electronic (cell phone, fax, email) or direct communication.
- Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Fill out forms and maintain correspondence with hospitals and other community organizations involved in the medical care of clinic patients.
- Participates in staff conferences and health center's continuous quality assurance and peer review programs.
- Supervise medical interns and other student medical professionals, and provide medical back-up.
- Attend workshops, training and meetings as needed, and as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Required education, experience, training
- Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited residency program.
- Valid and current California Medical License.
- Board Eligible or Certified in Family Practice (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
- Current Basic Life Support Certificate (ACLS) from approved American Heart Association.
- Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.
Preferred education, experience, training
- One year of directly related experience.
- Community or Public Health experience.
- Bilingual; Spanish or Mandarin highly desirable.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Valid and current California Medical License.
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
- Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR), AHA approved.
- Board Eligible or Certified in Family Practice (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
- Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.
- Access to reliable transportation.
Critical Success Factors in this role include: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- The ability to work and act independently, and to make and carry out decisions with minimal supervision.
- The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead teams and projects, and work collaboratively.
- Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
- Excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
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- Excellent customer service and client services philosophy in all interactions.
- Successfully manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Appreciation and respect for working with and serving a diverse population.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the internet.
- The ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions and problem solve.
- The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Physical Demands:
This position requires:
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- Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical/clinical office environment.
- Regular bending and stretching; and lifting.
- Manual dexterity used to include, but not limited to, standard office equipment, and computer keyboard.
- Traveling to work sites including some exposure to outside elements.
- Presenting information in front of a group.
- Reading and writing in order to review records for accuracy.
- Work is performed in an interior medical/clinical environment.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 20 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than 4 hours per day.
- Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
- Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training.
Supervises
May have oversight of: Medical Intern(s) Medical Student(s) Nurse Practitioner(s) Physician Assistant(s)
Skills Required
- Medical degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited residency program
- Valid and current California Medical License
- Board Eligible or Certified in Family Practice (must become Board Certified within 2 years if Board Eligible)
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration
- Current Basic Life Support Certificate (AHA), ACLS
- Must pass pre-employment criminal background check
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet
- Access to reliable transportation
- One year of directly related experience
- Community or Public Health experience
- Bilingual (Spanish or Mandarin)
What We Do
Bay Area Community Health (BACH) provides exceptional health and social services to individuals, families, and communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Its mission is to deliver comprehensive healthcare—including medical, dental, and vision services—and social services to improve the quality of life for its patients, regardless of their immigration status, ethnicity, disabilities, or ability to pay.
