Family Medicine Physician - Primary Care

About the role

The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts, serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are an employer of choice, fostering a supportive, team-based environment where you can make a difference in the lives of others. Our inclusive workplace culture values diversity and respects the contributions of all team members.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illnesses, or requesting preventive health services.
• Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, and orders diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
• Manages chronic diseases and treats acute conditions in patients across the full life span.
• Works collaboratively with other staff members to provide high quality patient care according to the PCMH model.
• Manages a diverse panel of patients and determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists.
• Prescribes and assesses the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient’s medical conditions.
• Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within 48 hours.
• Participates in after hours and weekend call on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school (M.D., or D.O.).
• MA Board of Registration to practice medicine.
• Completion of an Family Medicine Residency program.
• Board Certification in Family Medicine (ABMS Board) within 1 year of Residency completion or Board Eligible (Eligibility letter will be needed).

Benefits

• $210,000-$230,000/yr- All pay rates are subject to experience, licensure or certification, and location
• Generous time off package including 4 weeks of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 5 sick days and 3 extended sick days.
• 32 hours of clinical time and 8 hours of administrative time that can be completed remotely
• Qualifies for the Federal and State Loan Repayment Programs
• Health Insurance plans starting on day-1 of employment. Employer pays 80% of medical insurance premiums
• Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid 100% by employer
• Competitive Retirement Plan with company match
• CME Reimbursement