Family Medicine

Classification: Salary, Exempt   |   Location: South Los Angeles, CA

About the Role

Responsible for engaging in the practice of medicine in the areas of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Obstetrics/Gynecology at designated sites, functioning as an extension of the Medical Director and/or the Chief Medical Officer at a local level.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of a licensed physician, including diagnostic interviews, clinical examinations, evaluations, pharmaceutical prescribing, telephone consultations, preparation of clinical reports, and charting of individual patient medical records.
• Provide all services in a manner that meets or exceeds the community standard of practice and ethical requirements of the medical profession.
• Answer after-hour calls for all sites on a rotational basis.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Handle all related travel, record keeping, charting, and other services related to medical duties.
• Provide outpatient hospital services for all patients of the clinics at various assigned facilities.
• Maintain credentialing with hospitals CCCHC partners with for continuity of care compliance.
• Provide medical services to various facilities such as clinics and residential board and care facilities as assigned.
• Comply with all policies, standards, and regulations of CCCHC and all governmental or medical regulatory authorities.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patient information and records in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and CCCHC policy.
• Utilize the medical forms and records provided by CCCHC, which remain the property of CCCHC.
• Provide in-service education of staff.
• Provide other health services or procedures as requested by CCCHC.
• May serve as the lead provider at designated sites, functioning as an extension of the Medical Director at a local level.
• Complete reports and appropriate documentation, including billing and medical records, in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate and uphold CCCHC’s principle of providing quality health and human services to the medically underserved and low-income populations in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Punctuality and attendance are essential job duties.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical School & Residency program for Physician.
• Active California Medical License.
• Active DEA certification.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Board certification in Family Practice or other primary care discipline desirable.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to plan and be organized.
• Ability to work well under pressure, take initiative, and be flexible and cooperative.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and company records.
• Ability to work effectively with both employees and managers.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to patients and employees.
• Proficiency in various PC applications, including email, Microsoft Excel, Word, internet, and networking devices.
• Knowledge of and adherence to safe work practices, company policies, and job safety regulations.

Working Conditions

• Normal clinic environment with extended periods of walking and standing.
• Reaching, twisting, stooping, visual acuity corrected to normal range, hand-eye coordination, and grasping with fingers.
• Hearing within normal range, sense of touch, and tight gripping required for operation of tests and measures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while being tactful, diplomatic, and empathetic.
• Ability to organize, schedule work effectively, and work independently without supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with patients, customers, managers, and personnel at all levels, in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure under conditions of urgency and/or time constraint.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service.

Benefits

Central City Community Health Center offers a dynamic work environment with competitive salaries and benefits.