Physician Family or Internal Medicine - Westpoint CHC

About the role

Clinica Sierra Vista is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in California and the nation, having earned the trust of its patients, partners and the communities it serves over a 47-year history distinguished by rapid growth and innovation, exceptional primary-care physicians, and a reputation for treating the most vulnerable residents with respect and compassion. Clinica Sierra Vista, accredited by the rigorous Joint Commission, serves patients at 31 health centers in Fresno and Kern counties. Our services include Pediatric Care, Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services. We partner with local governments, social services departments, businesses and nonprofit leaders to address the full range of needs for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides outpatient primary care services.
• The MD/DO must demonstrate experience working in a diverse environment, be flexible, knowledgeable, and compassionate towards the care of our patients.
• This is an excellent opportunity to work within a warm, caring atmosphere where the health of our patients is of top priority.

Benefits

• $250,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment)
• Sign-on bonus of up to $150,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $150,000.
• Paid CME
• Relocation reimbursement
• Loan repayment through the NHSC.
• Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act.

Essential Functions

• Adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics at all times.
• Affirms quality of care for all patients at all times and regularly participates in clinic Peer Review and Quality Assurance Programs.
• Adheres to and complies with Bureau of Primary Healthcare standards of clinical practice.
• Shares in phone-triage responsibilities with other CSV physicians.
• Establishes and maintains affiliations and/or privileges with local hospital(s) if needed.
• May represent CSV in professional groups.
• May assist the Chief Medical Officer in design, implementation, and evaluation of health care programs/protocols for patients and staff.
• Intrinsically supervises advance assigned practice providers (Nurse Practitioner’s and/or Physicians Assistant's) on- site and by telephone with outlying clinic sites.