Family Physician

About the Role

A family practice physician will provide direct patient care to patients in the Rural Health Clinic and hospital. The physician will gather detailed health history, perform physical exams, assess patient needs, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and collaborate with patients, families, and other physicians to establish care plans. This position requires leadership, fostering a culture of positivity, compassion, proficiency, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Speak with patients and document medical history, immunizations, conditions, needs, or concerns.
• Perform physical examinations and document observations.
• Order, administer, and interpret diagnostic tests; communicate results to patients or physicians as needed.
• Monitor and operate medical equipment for diagnosis or treatment.
• Perform minor procedures according to privileges issued.
• Establish care or condition management plans, including prescribing medications or other treatments.
• Make referrals for secondary or tertiary care.
• Coordinate with care teams, providers, and facilities for continuity of care, including patient tracking and advocacy.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions, courses of action, healthy habits, and preventative measures.
• Record and maintain timely, legible electronic records of patient history, diagnostics, treatments, progress, and all patient contact.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Perform contract or special physical examinations (e.g., employment, school, family planning, women’s wellness, STD screenings).
• Coordinate patient transfers and continuity of care when necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of current medical research, trends, and advancements.
• Collaborate with ancillary departments for emergency education drills and medical equipment training.
• Participate in developing, executing, and reviewing organizational policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, infection control standards, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with the local medical community to secure contracts for home health and long-term care patients.
• Complete monthly education assignments as required by administration.

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited medical school.
• Successful completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution.
• Current Kansas and Oklahoma license to practice as a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Osteopathy (DO).
• Current DEA and DPA Certification.
• Current ACLS Certification.
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License.

Qualifications

Experience in the following areas is preferred:

• Rural Healthcare
• ER and Primary Care
• Rural Emergency Medicine

Skills

• Ability to meet and maintain credentialing and privileging requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of acute conditions, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and make adjustments for personal growth.
• Proficiency with medical equipment and electronic health record software systems.
• Thorough understanding of state and federal regulations.
• Meticulous yet efficient work style.
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and professional backgrounds.
• Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Excellent analytical, methodical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and active listening communication skills.
• Compassionate commitment to providing high-quality, sympathetic patient care.