Family Medicine Physician

Mid-Atlantic Association of Community Health Centers; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health organization in Silver Spring seeks a Family Medicine Clinician to deliver patient-centered care. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients, adhering to medical guidelines, and participating in community health initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess a valid medical license in Maryland and demonstrate a commitment to community medicine.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license to practice medicine in MD.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients.
• Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.
• Provide treatment to minors with or without accompanying parents.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Computer skills

Education

Medical License in MD

BLS/CPR Certification

Board Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

CCI Health Services’ mission is to deliver high quality, accessible care to our community members, leading the way to a more equitable health care system for everyone.

As a member of the health center’s integrated care team the Family Medicine Clinician will fulfill the following KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES towards the provision of patient-centered, coordinated, patient care:

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients.
• Provide treatment to minors with or without accompanying parents.
• Adhere to evidence-based medical guidelines and standards approved by CCI’s Board and Performance Improvement Committee.
• Complete electronic medical records in expected time frames.
• Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities and audits.
• Attend and participate in meetings and/or committees, as necessary and/or required by CCI.
• Participate in additional medical projects as assigned.
• May provide consultation to other providers at CCI.
• May instruct medical students and/or residents in procedures for diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries.
• Flexibility to work at any CCI location assigned.
• Working on-site is an essential duty for the job.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer or designee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practice of medicine (including preventive care and acute/chronic disease management).
• Knowledge of the state and federal laws pertaining to medicine and to community health centers.
• Knowledge of the structure and function of community health centers.
• Skill in communicating effectively with patients and their families.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients, and the public.
• Computer skills required. Knowledge/experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is a plus.
• Flexibility to work at different CCI locations.
• The ability to speak and write English fluently. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be in possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of MD.
• Maryland CDS and DEA licenses.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Board Certification preferred. Board eligibility is required.
• Demonstrate a special interest in community medicine.
• Ability to relate to culturally diverse patients and community.