Physician - Primary Care for SNFs

About the Role

Community Health Centers of America is hiring for an MD/DO to work in contracted skilled nursing facilities in the greater Yuba City, CA area. Must be willing to supervise NP/PAs. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients in the SNF setting. This role is suited for Internal Medicine or Family Practice providers.

Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving community health through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better patient care in a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical conditions and help patients through diagnosis and treatment.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including prescriptions, and monitor results.
• Interview patients, families, and others; conduct physical examinations; review medical histories; order and evaluate laboratory tests.
• Create and maintain interdisciplinary treatment plans by collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other providers.
• Ensure quality and safe service by enforcing policies, procedures, standards, and legal regulations, including Joint Commission requirements.
• Maintain accurate historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, treatment events, and writing summaries.
• Stay current with medical knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, and networking.
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting new challenges and adding value to the role.

Requirements

• Degree in medicine and a valid license from the California Medical Board.
• 3-5 years of related experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current BLS/ACLS and DEA certifications required.
• In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and best practices.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Active listening and learning.
• Flexibility to work with diverse individuals and backgrounds.
• Strong time management for high patient volume.
• Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy.
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving.
• Social perceptiveness and respect for patient confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with benefits.
• 401(k) plan with generous match.
• CME allowance.
• Sign-on/retention bonus.
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary.
• Paid time off: vacation, holiday, CME, sick leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Loan forgiveness.
• Malpractice insurance.
• Professional development assistance.
• Referral program.
• Access to a charting system designed for quick and easy billing, including dictation (e.g., Dragon).

Pay

$300,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

• Day shift.
• Monday to Friday.
• No nights or weekends.
• Night/weekend call coverage provided.

Work Location

In person at contracted skilled nursing facilities in the greater Yuba City, CA area.