Primary Care Physician (PCP)

About the role

The position is contingent upon STGi's selection as the successful awardee of an active Request for Proposals (RFP).

Essential Functions

• Provide medical care based on primary and preventative care, to meet the needs (physical, mental, and emotional) of patients under a limited scope of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and within his/her skills and training.
• Function as the point of entry into the VA health care system.
• Participate in the orientation of clinical staff physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggest improvements.
• Assist the STGi Program Manager in implementation of Quality Performance Improvement Team (QPIT) strategic initiatives.
• Participate in review and improvement of clinical success in areas of responsibility.
• Adhere/monitor policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Manage medical care, basic mental screenings, medication adjustments, mild depression, anxiety, and loss/grief issues, and continuity of care with the VAMC for patients enrolled in the VA Primary Care Program.
• Emphasize wellness, prevention and early detection.
• Promote continuity and quality of care through an ongoing relationship with the veteran enrollee.
• Maintain universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Develop and maintain an ongoing relationship with the veteran and assist in making referrals for services and/or admissions to the VAMC as medically appropriate.
• Determine which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs.
• Provide smooth and timely flow of patients in accordance with the VA access standards and triage protocol.
• Oversee all delivery of care to patients by the CBOC.
• Administer medications per facility protocols.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and assist during respiratory and cardiac arrest procedures.
• Document all pertinent patient information in their Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA) medical records to demonstrate quality care delivery and promote continuity of care.
• Keep the VISTA clinic reminder tracking system current for each enrolled patient.
• Determine level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments in accordance to the VA access standards and the patient's medical necessity.
• Keep patient informed regarding their plan of care, including lab and diagnostic test results as needed.
• Provide health education, materials and resources to patients and their families for informational purposes.
• Participate in the ongoing Performance Improvement Program between its Subcontractor(s), and the VAMC.
• Assist in ensuring that all required reports are completed in an accurate and complete fashion.
• Afford clinic's day-to-day activity, in conjunction with the Registered Nurse (RN)/CBOC Manager and VA Program's philosophy.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Veteran Affairs, Subcontractor safety and operational regulations, directives and standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information and supporting patients’ privacy, rights, and safety.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Retain an active, full and unrestricted medical license in the state in which the physician practices.
• Board-certified by the ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice or the BOS ABMS in Internal Medicine and or Family Practice.
• Current and unrestricted DEA.
• Retain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Training Network (MTN).
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with the community and VA standards of practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations.
• Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain.
• Knowledge of the basic concepts of customer service technique related to age-specific population.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language along with proper telephone etiquette.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and computer maneuverability including experience with electronic medical records systems.

Required Experience

• Possess a Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, a Doctorate degree in Osteopathy from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, or permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
• Successfully complete a residency program in Family Practice or Internal Medicine with recognition by the American Board of Medical Specialties or by the American Osteopathic Association.

Benefits

STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.