Staff Physician (MD/DO)
About the Role
Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Staff Physician to join our team at Mercy Clinic Downtown. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to underserved populations, providing clinical leadership, supervision, and consultation to support the clinic’s mission of holistic, accessible healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to a diverse population, primarily adults and geriatric patients, with occasional pediatric cases.
- Supervise and consult with mid-level providers and clinical staff.
- Ensure compliance with medical protocols, pharmacy and radiology procedures, and regulatory standards including CLIA, HIPAA, PCER, and OSHA.
- Conduct medical chart and lab reviews, and participate in quality assurance initiatives.
- Share on-call coverage responsibilities.
- Represent Mercy Care at community health fairs and events 3–4 times annually.
Requirements
- Graduate of a state-approved Medical School.
- Board Certification in a medical specialty.
- Current Georgia medical license and DEA registration.
- Minimum of five years’ experience as a licensed physician.
- Proven experience working with medically underserved populations.
- Strong supervisory skills and ability to work with diverse patient backgrounds.
- Knowledge of mid-level provider roles, especially nurse practitioners.
About Mercy Care Atlanta
Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with over 300 colleagues, is a healthcare organization providing a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.