Family Physician

Caldwell Regional Medical Center; Caldwell (KS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell Regional Medical Center is seeking a Family Physician to join our Rural Health Clinic and hospital team in Kansas/Oklahoma. You will provide comprehensive primary care, perform exams, order tests, and collaborate with patients and families to establish care plans.

We value leadership, compassion, and strong clinical skills in a fast-paced rural setting; current MD/DO license in KS/OK, ACLS, DEA/DPA, and residency completed are required, with a focus on quality and accessible care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) with residency completed.
• Current Kansas and Oklahoma medical license to practice as MD/DO.
• Current DEA and DPA certifications.
• ACLS certification.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in rural health clinic and hospital.
• Perform physical examinations and document findings.
• Order, administer, and interpret diagnostic tests and communicate results.
• Collaborate with care team to establish and implement care plans.
• Maintain timely, legible electronic medical records and documentation.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Leadership

Cultural sensitivity

Analytical thinking

Education

MD/DO degree

Residency completed

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Job PostingFAMILY PHYSICIANWe are actively searching for a FAMILY PHYSICIAN to join our team.

Position Overview

A family practice physician will provide direct patient care to patients in the Rural Health Clinic and hospital. The physician will provide care by gathering detailed health history and performing physical exams to assess the needs of the patient. The physician will speak with patients About Their Conditions, Order And Interpret Diagnostic Tests, And collaborate with patients, families, and physicians to establish care plans.

This position will be held to a high standard of intellect and professionalism. The individual in this position shall serve as a leader to the team, fostering a culture of positivity, compassion, proficiency, and collaboration.

Education/Experience

• Experience in Rural Healthcare, preferred
• Experience in ER and Primary Care, preferred
• Experience in Rural Emergency Medicine, preferred
• Graduate degree from an accredited medical school
• Successful completion of residency at an accredited healthcare institution
• Current Kansas and Oklahoma license to practice as a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Osteopathy (DO)
• Current DEA and DPA Certification
• Current ACLS Certification
• Valid Kansas Driver's License

Skills/Knowledge base

• Must be able to meet and maintain current credentialing and privileging requirements
• Comprehensive knowledge of acute conditions, diagnostics, and treatments
• Ability to receive constructive feedback of productivity and practice attributes and make adjustments for personal growth
• Proficiency with medical equipment
• Knowledge of electronic health record software systems
• Thorough understanding of all state and federal regulations
• Meticulous, yet efficient in nature
• Ability to professionally and effectively interact with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, education, and professional backgrounds
• Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Excellent analytical and methodical thinking skills for effective problem-solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as active listening skills
• Compassionate and committed to providing high quality, sympathetic care, and service to patients.

Essential Duties, Functions, Responsibilities Include The Following, But are not limited to, and other duties, functions, and responsibilities may be added.

• Speak with patients and document information to better understand the patients medical history, immunizations, conditions, needs, or concerns.
• Perform physical examinations and document observations
• Order, administer, and interpret diagnostic tests, and then communicate results to patients, or the physician, if necessary
• Monitor and operate medical equipment to diagnose or treat patients
• Perform minor procedures, according to privileges issued
• Establish care or condition management plans, including prescribing and/or dispensing medications or other treatments
• Make referrals for secondary or tertiary care
• Coordinate with care team, secondary and tertiary providers, and other facilities for continuity of care including patient tracking and advocating for patients
• Educate the patient and family members about medical conditions, courses of action, healthy habits and preventative measures
• Record and maintain, timely and legible electronic records of patient medical history, condition, diagnostic test results, treatments, progress, and all patient contact
• Monitor patient progress and/or response to treatment and modify treatment plans as needed
• Perform contract and/or special physical examinations for employment, school, etc; family planning, womens wellness, STD screenings, and education
• Coordinate transfer of patients and continuity of care when necessary
• Maintain knowledge of current medical research, trends, and advancements
• Collaborate with ancillary departments to oversee and participate in routine emergency education drills and education on use of medical equipment
• Participate in the development, execution, and review of all policies, procedures, and objectives of the organization
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and inflection control standards and quality improvement initiatives
• Establish positive relationships with local medical community and work to procure contracts to care for patients of home health and long-term care facilities in the area
• Complete monthly education assigned by administrati