Physician - Family Medicine

**POSITION DETAILS** ==================== **Department:** Medical **Reports To:** Medical Director **FLSA Status:** Exempt **Employment Classification:** Full\-Time Regular **Work Condition:** On Site **Pay Rate:** **POSITION SUMMARY** ==================== The Family Medicine Physician provides comprehensive, patient\-centered primary care services to individuals and families across their lifespan. This position is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic medical conditions; conducting preventive health screenings; prescribing medications within the scope of practice; and developing individualized treatment plans. The Family Medicine Physician collaborates with advanced healthcare professionals, medical assistants, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and other healthcare team members to coordinate care, improve patient outcomes, and ensure continuity of services. The position supports HALO’s mission of providing high\-quality, accessible, culturally sensitive, and cost\-effective healthcare to underserved and vulnerable populations. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** ========================================= The duties and responsibilities described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks, duties, or responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary to meet organizational needs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided as necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. **Clinical Care and Patient Management** * Conduct comprehensive medical examinations, health assessments, and patient consultations. * Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and common medical conditions. * Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, patient needs, and evidence\-based guidelines. * Provide preventive care, including routine physical examinations, health screenings, immunizations, and patient education. * Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, cardiovascular disease, and other common primary care conditions. * Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of licensure and applicable laws and regulations. * Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical studies. * Identify urgent and emergent medical conditions and arrange appropriate stabilization, treatment, or referral. * Provide age\-appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within the physician's training and clinical privileges. * Maintain appropriate follow\-up and continuity of care to support positive patient outcomes. **Care Coordination and Patient Education** * Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, pharmacies, behavioral health providers, and other healthcare professionals. * Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication use, preventive health, and disease management. * Encourage patient participation in treatment decisions and shared decision\-making. * Support referrals, transitions of care, and follow\-up services to promote continuity and reduce gaps in treatment. * Recognize and address barriers to healthcare access, including language, transportation, cultural differences, and socioeconomic factors. * Work collaboratively with care management and patient outreach teams to support patients with complex medical and social needs. **Clinical Documentation and Compliance** * Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records in the electronic health record system. * Document assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, referrals, procedures, and follow\-up instructions. * Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws; professional standards; clinical protocols; and organizational policies. * Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other applicable privacy and security requirements. * Support compliance with applicable healthcare program requirements, payer contracts, quality standards, and regulatory audits. * Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, chart reviews, and patient safety activities. * Ensure medical services are documented appropriately to support continuity of care, billing accuracy, and regulatory compliance. **Quality Improvement and Patient Safety** * Follow established infection prevention, medication safety, and patient safety protocols. * Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. * Monitor clinical outcomes and identify opportunities to improve care delivery and patient experience. * Support preventive care initiatives and evidence\-based clinical practice. * Report safety concerns, adverse events, and potential compliance issues through established channels. * Participate in clinical meetings, case consultations, and organizational improvement activities as assigned. **Team Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities** * Collaborate with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary healthcare team to support effective clinic operations. * Communicate clinical expectations and coordinate patient care with medical support staff. * Provide clinical guidance and consultation to other healthcare professionals within the physician's scope of responsibility and organizational policies. * Participate in staff education, clinical training, and mentorship activities as assigned. * Maintain professional conduct and respectful communication with patients, coworkers, visitors, and external partners. * Participate in staff meetings, provider meetings, and continuing medical education activities. * Perform other related duties consistent with the position, qualifications, and organizational needs. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATION** ========================= ### **Certification, Training and Education Requirement** * Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school or equivalent recognized qualifications * Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program * Current and unrestricted California physician and surgeon license * Board certification or board eligibility in Family medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) * Current basis life support (BLS) certification * Current unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration to prescribe or handle controlled substances within the authorized scope of practice as applicable by state and federal laws ### **Experience Requirement** * Experience in primary care, outpatient clinic, community health center or similar health care setting preferred * Experience using electronic health records and standard clinical equipment * Experience managing acute and chronic conditions and providing preventive health care * Experience serving diverse and underserved patient populations ### **Skills and Competencies Requirement** * Knowledge of family medicine principles, preventive medicine, and evidence\-based clinical practices. * Knowledge of common acute and chronic medical conditions, diagnostic procedures, and treatment options. * Knowledge of medication management, pharmacology, and applicable prescribing requirements. * Knowledge of California physician scope\-of\-practice requirements and healthcare regulations. * Ability to assess complex medical needs and make sound clinical decisions. * Ability to establish therapeutic relationships and demonstrate empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for individual differences * Ability to recognize changes in patient conditions and determine appropriate clinical interventions. * Ability to communicate effectively, clearly and professionally with patients, other healthcare professionals, and coworkers. * Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and use electronic health record (EHR) systems. * Ability to provider culturally responsive care to patients of diverse backgrounds * Strong clinical judgement, critical thinking, organization and problem\-solving skills * A commitment to patient confidentiality, ethical conduct, safety, and continuous quality improvement. * Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and provide equitable treatment. * Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing responsibilities, and support patient flow in a busy clinic. * Ability to protect sensitive patient information and follow privacy requirements such as HIPAA. * Ability to follow clinical protocols, recognize safety risks, and report incidents appropriately. * Basic proficiency with computers, EHR systems, and standard office and clinical equipment. * Ability to demonstrate reliability, accountability, sound judgment within assigned responsibilities, and a commitment to quality patient care. * Ability to work respectfully and professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including individuals of different races, ethnicities, national origins, languages, religions, ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, disabilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. * Ability to be cultural sensitivity, respect for individual differences, professional communication, and equitable treatment of coworkers, patients, visitors, and other individuals encountered in the course of assigned duties. ### **Physical Requirements** This position requires the ability to perform the essential physical functions necessary to carry out assigned job duties. Requirements may include prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and/or working at a computer; frequent use of hands and fingers to operate office equipment; reaching, bending, and maintaining appropriate posture; and occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling items weighing up to 25 pounds, as applicable to the position. The position may also require visual and auditory abilities sufficient to perform job\-related tasks and communicate effectively with coworkers, patients, visitors, and other individuals. The physical requirements described above are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable federal and state laws. **PRE\-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENT** ========================================= This position requires successful completion of all applicable pre\-employment screenings, which may include a background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, and health screening, as applicable to the position and required by law. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all applicable screenings and fulfillment of the organization’s employment requirements. **EMPLOYEE BENEFITS** ===================== A comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents as follows: * Medical, Life, Dental \& Vision Insurance * 401(K) and Profit Sharing * Paid Time Off (e.g. sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, etc.) * Six Paid Holidays * Short\-Term and Long\-Term Disability * Gym Membership Allowance * Telemedicine Program * Legal and Identity Shield * NHSC Student Loan Repayment * Continued education allowance and paid time off **WORK ENVIRONMENT DISCLAIMER** =============================== This position primarily works in a healthcare setting that may include medical, dental, behavioral health, and administrative environments. Employees may be exposed to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, medical equipment, cleaning agents, and other conditions commonly associated with healthcare operations. Employees are expected to follow all infection prevention and control procedures, safety protocols, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE). **AT\-WILL \& EEO DISCLAIMER** ============================== Employment with the organization is at will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws. Nothing contained in this job description shall be construed as creating an employment contract, expressed or implied. Health and Life Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.