Physician

Esperanza Health Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 157,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Esperanza Health Center in North Philadelphia is seeking a Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician to provide compassionate, Christ-centered primary care to a predominantly Latino patient population, in a faith-based community health setting.

This full-time, exempt position reports to the Medical Director and includes loan-repayment options, Spanish language use, and opportunities to mentor students, coordinate care, and advance community health goals.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics.
• Spanish proficiency or strong willingness to learn.
• Experience in underserved communities preferred.
• Must be eligible for licensure and hospital privileges.
• Vaccination against COVID-19 required for on-site staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, Christ-centered primary care across all ages.
• Complete clinical documentation within 24 hours of visits.
• Maintain licensure, DEA registration, and CME credits.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and mentor learners.
• Lead and participate in team huddles and supervise NPs/PAs when needed.
• Engage in spiritual care and gospel-centered encouragement when welcomed.
• Support community outreach, education, and loan-repayment programs.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

Job description

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Practice Medicine with Purpose — Join Esperanza as a Family or Med/Peds Physician

Are you a board-certified physician looking to provide excellent primary care in a faith-based, community health setting? Esperanza Health Center is seeking a Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician to join our team in North Philadelphia. You'll care for a vibrant, predominantly Latino patient population while working alongside a collaborative team of clinicians committed to compassionate, Christ-centered healthcare. This is a rewarding opportunity to integrate your medical skills with spiritual service and make a lasting impact in an underserved community.

Position Title: Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician

Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Medical Director
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Esperanza Health Center – North Philadelphia
Loan Repayment Eligibility: National Health Service Corps, Pennsylvania Loan Repayment Program, or Project MedSend
Language Requirement: Spanish proficiency preferred; willingness to learn required

Position Summary

The Physician provides high-quality, Christ-centered primary care to patients of all ages in a community health setting. This includes managing acute and chronic medical conditions, collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, mentoring students and mid-level providers, and supporting Esperanza’s spiritual mission. Physicians must be committed to biblical ethics in medical practice and care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence & Workflow

Arrive to shifts and meetings on time and prepared

Complete clinical documentation within 24 hours of patient visits

Maintain current licensure, DEA registration, and CME credits

Manage patient panels and meet personal volume targets

Respond promptly to urgent patient calls and messages

Lead and participate in team huddles

Delegate responsibilities to medical assistants and support staff effectively

Ensure timely follow-up for chronic conditions, abnormal labs, and no-shows

Coordinate care for walk-ins and unscheduled patients

Encourage efficiency and minimize patient wait times

Model positive, respectful communication with all team members

Chart and complete referrals in real time when possible

Deliver appropriate care based on established clinical guidelines

Practice cost-effective, evidence-based medicine

Perform and document procedures accurately and safely

Maintain up-to-date problem and medication lists

Follow up on all high-risk labs and referrals

Avoid prescribing or referring for elective pregnancy terminations; follow a biblical ethic on reproductive health

Holistic & Spiritual Care

Screen for psychological and social needs and refer appropriately

Provide spiritual care, including prayer, Scripture, and gospel-centered encouragement when welcomed by the patient

Respect boundaries and avoid coercive spiritual conversations

Serve all patients with humility, love, and self-control, regardless of faith background

Interpersonal & Leadership Responsibilities

Resolve conflicts directly and respectfully

Maintain a positive presence and contribute to team morale

Precept and mentor medical learners and support team members

Provide supervision for NPs and PAs as needed

Participate in daily staff devotions and contribute to Esperanza’s spiritual culture

Be actively involved in a Bible-teaching church

Suggest and support continuous quality and process improvement

Additional Requirements

Use administrative time efficiently

Collaborate on educational and promotional initiatives (optional)

Assist with grant, fundraising, and outreach efforts (optional)

Qualifications

Board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

Spanish proficiency or strong willingness to learn

Experience working in underserved communities preferred

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Commitment to integrating Christian faith into patient care

Must be eligible for and maintain necessary credentials for licensure and hospital privileges

All Esperanza Health Center employees, contractors, and volunteers working on-site are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Valid medical or religious exemption requests will be reviewed; start dates may be delayed pending compliance.