Job Duties and Responsibilities: The following statements for this position reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the duties required that might be inherent in the position. · Perform initial and periodic physical examinations. · Evaluate patient behavior and explore patient’s interpretation of health needs. · Develop and implement long- and short-range treatment plans with the patient and/or family. · Furnish and adjust medications according to the law and health center protocols. · Develop and maintain problem list and medical record, inclusive of physical, psychosocial, environmental, economic, and cultural factors relevant to the patient. · Counsel patients and families as to preventative care, medical problems, psychosocial problems, and use of prescribed treatment drugs. · Collaborate and consult with other health care providers, including medical consultant, regarding disease detection. · Knowledge of community resources to make appropriate referrals, which will improve quality of life, e.g. Nutritional education, physical therapy, substance abuse, smoking cessation, weight loss, psychological therapy, and complementary therapies. · Participate in medical record peer review for the purpose of quality assurance and improvement. · Act as a resource to multidisciplinary team in areas of expertise. · Participate in continuing education programs as needed and remain up-to-date on state mandated CME credits. · Maintain and enhance level of knowledge relative to professional practice and individual areas of interest. · Complete an accurate and comprehensive super-bill (encounter form) at the end of each patient visit. · Complete required patient chart notes within 72 hours business of every patient visit. · Provide a minimum average of three patient visits each hour in order to accommodate our patient base and meet the productivity expectations established by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). · Responsible for becoming familiar with the different types of assistance programs available to health center patients. · Report births, deaths, and outbreak of contagious diseases to government authorities. · Adhere to mandated reporting requirements of child abuse and elder abuse, including suspicion of sexual abuse. · Make house and emergency calls to attend to patients unable to visit health center when needed. · Educate patients in regards to up to date recommendations for immunizations, according to the Center for Disease Control protocols. · Provide after hours on call (telephone triage) five to seven days per month. · Proficient in quality patient relations by repeating key information to ensure accuracy, giving information clearly, concisely and calmly, offering assistance, and calling patients or guest by proper name. · Proficient in creating a supportive climate by allowing patient and/or family members to verbalize their concerns, providing an interpreter when appropriate and available, and concluding all interactions on a positive and encouraging note. · Proficient in creating positive telephone communication with patients and family when appropriate. · Interact with patients, physicians, staff, vendors, and visitors in ways that demonstrate caring and reflect the AVH mission, vision, and values. · Other duties as assigned. Requirements Personal/Relationships/Behavior: · Displays cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty. · Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions, and divisive behavior. · Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public. · Works cooperatively with other staff members. · Displays flexibility in accepting, changing, or carrying out assignments. · Adheres to dress code expectations, including fragrance-free requirements. · Displays sensitivity in a multicultural environment. · Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: · Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language. · Ability to read, evaluate, and interpret medical reports, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. · Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume. · Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. · Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. · Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form. · Basic computer skills. Education/Licensing/Training: · Current and valid California State Physician’s license. · Board Certification in Family Practice; or, possesses knowledge and skill in family medicine comparable to other physicians practicing family medicine in the service area; or, Board Certification in other specialty care. · If not Board Certified, must be Board Eligible and obtain Board Certification within six months of hire. · Current and valid DEA license. · Current and valid C.P.R. certification. Physical Demands: · Must be able to move freely about the office and carry light loads (up to 25 pounds) · Prolonged sitting and occasional standing required · Ability to work with office equipment, including computers Benefits • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401(k) with matching • Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Day, and Holiday packages • Flexible Spending Account Plan • Employee Assistance Program • Life/ADD insurance policy • Long Term Disability Insurance