Physician

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, administers high quality individual patient care with an emphasis on disease prevention and promotion of health equity. Physician will provides primary medical care for adults at the Michael Gottlieb Health Center and other APLA Health clinical sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts histories and physical exams on patients

• Establishes treatment plans, administers, prescribes, or recommends medications and other therapeutic interventions;
• Educates clients and/or partners about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications;
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs;
• Documents gathered information in the medical record and completes charting within 48 hours of each clinical encounter
• Provides direct medical care for HIV-positive patients;
• Applies APLA Health PrEP and PEP protocols for qualified patients
• Performs routine STD microscopic diagnostic tests, order other diagnostic tests for STDs, draws blood and collects other biological specimens, administers questionnaires and reviews data collection forms and medical records for completeness and accuracy;
• Counsels and educates clients regarding STDs and HIV risk reduction, and HIV pre and post exposure prevention services;
• Participates in chart review and quality assurance activities as part of APLA Health Quality Management Program
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Maintains a professional relationship with staff and patients.
• Care team responsibilities as outlined in the Care Team Patient Center Medical Home Procedures.
• Performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve clinic goals and objectives, as directed by the Medical Director.
• Admin time will be 10% of total hours worked per week, rounded to the nearest 20 min. A full-time provider (40 hrs.) will get 4 hrs. of admin time. One working 3 days/week (24 hours) will get 2.4 hours, which rounds to 2 hours 20 min.
• May be required to work as late as 8PM on certain days and some work on Saturdays may be required in the future.
• Conduct medical visits for at least 14 patients per full clinic day on average.
• On-call (by phone only) duties are required.
• **Work hours beyond clinic hours may be required to complete tasks and documentation.

OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.

REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) Degree and a valid license to practice medicine issued by the California Medical Board with no pending or previous disciplinary action from any state licensing entity. Must have board certification or eligibility in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine or Family Medicine); current DEA license; and BCLS certification. Clinical experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) a plus. Experience in medical administration, utilization review and quality management. Experience working with electronic health records, preferably eClinicalWorks, required. Must be eligible to participate in Medicare, Medi-Cal, F-PACT and other federal health programs. Provider must possess a Unique Provider Identification Number (UPIN).

Experience working with electronic health records, preferably eClinicalWorks, preferred. Must be eligible to participate in Medicare, Medi-Cal, F-PACT and other federal health programs. Provider must possess a National Provider Identification (NPI) number and a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.

Once employed, provider will be required to retain these qualifications throughout the length of employment. Failure to demonstrate (show proof) of qualifications shall result in the termination of employment.

Training and Experience:

• Three years experience providing primary care treatment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of needs of client populations and treatment sources.
• Knowledge of STD and HIV and medical terminology.

Ability to:

• Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to perform phlebotomy and collect other biological specimens.
• Willingness and ability to administer vaccines or therapeutic injections when needed
• Ability to operate a personal computer and have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, and light lifting. There will be exposure to potentially infectious agents; personal protective equipment will be provided. Universal precautions must be followed. This position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal. Some local travel/ driving required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

COVID-19 and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.