Physician

La Familia Health Santa Fe; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of annual leave

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Job summary

La Familia Health Santa Fe seeks a Physician to deliver primary medical and preventive care to patients. The role involves diagnosing and treating various illnesses, ensuring adherence to medical standards, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Must hold a medical degree, residency completion, and valid New Mexico medical license. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of community health practices are preferred. Comprehensive benefits are provided, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Current licensure for the state of New Mexico is required.
• Federal DEA Certification is mandatory.
• ACLS or CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary medical care to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Diagnoses and treats illnesses in adults and/or children.
• Charts patient encounters and refers patients for further diagnosis.

Skills

Community health experience

Board certification

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of medical standards

Education

Graduate degree from an approved medical school

Completed residency program

Tools

MS Office

Electronic communication software

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Physician provides primary medical and preventive care to patients with acute and chronic illnesses in their assigned sites(s), in accordance with federal, state and other administrative requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintains medical practice at LFH as authorized by the medical license and in accordance with the physician job description.
• Provides primary medical care to patients meeting or exceeding medical encounter treatment requirements, and to quality of care standards established by LFH and its grantor agencies.
• Diagnoses and treats illnesses in adults and/or children as authorized by their medical license and in accordance with LFH protocols.
• Consults with the CMO on the delivery of quality medical care to patients.
• Participates in setting medical and nursing standards and protocols for LFH.
• Assists nursing staff with triage of patient telephone calls and questions.
• Charts patient encounters and refers patients for further diagnosis and treatment outside LFH.
• Provides all documents, opinions, diagnoses, recommendations and other evidence and records necessary for the purpose of supporting fees charged for the services provided.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Trains and supervises medical students and residents assigned to LFH to learn medical practices.
• Attends medical and health prevention meetings with LFH and other organizations and programs affiliated with LFH.
• Works with other providers and nursing staff to provide a team approach to patient care; directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Administers medications and injections as required.
• Participates in clinics for special populations such as diabetes, well‑child, and vaccinations.
• Provides educational materials to patients upon discharge from care.
• Actively seeks continuing education credits in relevant topics for themselves and shares new information and/or techniques with colleagues.
• Follows established LFH departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvement objectives; safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards; and medical policy and operations protocols.
• Coordinates with the CMO to request advice and assistance as required, to confer on problems, and to provide information on the provision of patient care, quality improvement initiatives, and other areas under this responsibility.
• Coordinates with other LFH providers as a member of the primary care team to improve clinic practice and patient care skills.
• Coordinates with other employees to provide leadership as a key member of the primary care team, maintaining harmonious, courteous, and understanding relationships while fostering a collaborative teamwork environment.
• Coordinates with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, public agencies, community leaders and organizations, other health care providers and organizations, and legal and regulatory agencies to build and maintain positive relationships and promote the mission and purpose of LFH.
• Coordinates with members, service area/general public to provide helpful, courteous assistance and service to LFH members and other customers/constituents, presenting a friendly, courteous image for LFH.
• Follows Customer Service standards to ensure quality service.
• Performs other duties as stated in the physician union collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an approved medical school and completion of a residency program in one of the primary care specialties.
• Experience in a community health center and working within a managed care environment (preferred).
• Documentation of education, experience, and licensure is required and must be maintained; physician must be insurable under the policies and requirements of LFH.
• Current licensure for the state of New Mexico (required).
• Board certified or board‑eligible in a specified area of medical specialty; board certification in Family Practice is recommended.
• Federal DEA Certification, required.
• NM State pharmacy license, required.
• ACLS or CPR and First Aid Certification, required.
• Must be credentialed per LFH procedures.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care and current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• 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 supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• General knowledge of clinical management techniques regarding various clinical functions and familiarity with state and federal laws and regulations for the operation of outpatient diagnostic and treatment centers.
• High professional standards required by fulfillment of all required Continuing Medical Education credits every three (3) years and current certification in CPR within a reasonable time frame after employment.
• Sensitivity to cross‑cultural medical situations.
• High level interpersonal and customer service/relations skills to facilitate interdepartmental, interclinical, community, and board operations.
• Good organizational and self‑management skills, including time management, document handling, and management.
• Working knowledge of computer systems including MS Office suites, database, and electronic communication software applications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, accreditation standards and guidelines, government regulations and contracts.
• Ability to write at a high level of competence, including internal and external program reports, correspondence, program planning documents, and proposals.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups of people to include staff and providers, governing and advisory boards, patients, government agencies, and independent auditors on behalf of the organization.
• Leave Benefits: four (4) weeks of annual leave, up to two (2) weeks of sick leave, up to one (1) week of continuing education leave, eight (8) paid holidays and two (2) days for personal leave (accruals and holidays prorated for part‑time employees).
• Insurance Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; paid term life insurance (flat $25,000); paid short‑term disability; optional life; critical care; medical and dependent care expense accounts; Health Savings Account; 403(b) retirement savings plan (eligible for company match after 12 months of employment).

Benefits

• Four (4) weeks of annual leave.
• Up to two (2) weeks of sick leave.
• Up to one (1) week of continuing education leave.
• Eight (8) paid holidays and two (2) days for personal leave (accruals and holidays prorated for part‑time employees).
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (available for staff and eligible family members, including domestic partners).
• Paid term life insurance: $25,000.
• Paid short‑term disability.
• Optional life; critical care; medical and dependent care expense accounts; Health Savings Account.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan (eligible for company match after 12 months of employment).

Equal Opportunity Employer

La Familia offers opportunities for employment in the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health education, and other support services. We are an equal opportunity employer.