San Rafael, California
Marin Community Clinics
Job Description:
Marin Community Clinics is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the largest in Marin County. We serve 35,000 patients annually. We offer a multi-clinic network with a wide array of primary care and specialty services. Our mission is to improve the health of our patients and community by providing high quality, cost-effective, culturally sensitive, patient-centered health care. If you have a passion for community health and would like to join our team to strive in providing quality care to our diverse patient population we provide you with the opportunity to build and experience a rewarding career at Marin Community Clinics. Marin county has great outdoor activities, beaches and public schools. Only 45 minutes away from San Francisco. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation allowance. We are also a qualified site for Tax Free student Loan repayment through The National Health Service Corps (NHSC). Job Overview: Physician is responsible for providing medical diagnosis, treatment services and managing quality health care services to patients of Marin Community Clinics. Provides quality care to patients, consistent with his/her training and expertise, and appropriate to the ambulatory care setting provided. Proficiency in medical Spanish preferred Responsibilities: Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions 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 Performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve clinic goals and objectives, as directed by the Medical Director Care team responsibilities as outlined in the Care Team Patient Center Medical Home Procedures Qualifications: Valid and unrestricted license issued by the Medical Board of California to practice medicine Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty Medical Doctor with three 3-5 years of directly related experience which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty. Ability to Speak Spanish preferred Current registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) allowing the prescription of drugs Prior experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) a plus Prior experience working in community health a plus Must be CPR Certified NextGen Electronic Health Records (EHR) experience a plus Must maintain Continued Medical Education (CME) as required for certification renewals Successful candidate must submit to post offer, post-employment physical examination/medical history check. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. Ability to see an average of 20 patients per day for Full Time shift. Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. Ability to supervise, lead, advise, and train clinical professionals, PA's/FNP's and/or students in area of expertise. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Effective verbal and written communication skills in English Marin Community Clinics offers competitive salary and a comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental , vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holidays, a generous paid time off program and continued medical education reimbursement.