Physician, Adult Medicine

Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 234,561 - 297,148; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Forgivable Loan Program

Job summary

Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is seeking an Adult Medicine Physician dedicated to patient-centered care in Union City, CA. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, managing chronic illnesses, and providing training and oversight to clinical staff. The position offers a competitive salary between $234,561.60 and $297,148.80 annually, alongside extensive benefits including employer-paid medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and loan forgiveness programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact in healthcare!

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of medicine.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in community health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform health assessments and maintain periodic health screenings.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses and initiate life-saving procedures.
• Provide clinical oversight and education to trainees and staff.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Education

Board Certified/Eligible in designated specialty

Current medical license in California

Job description

At Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center (TVHC), we’re dedicated to delivering patient-centered, value-based care to our diverse, multilingual community. As an Adult Medicine Physician, and under the leadership of our Chief Medical Officer, you’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally sensitive, high-quality care in an outpatient setting. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in community health, TVHC is the place for you!

About Us

TVHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that is dedicated to promoting the health and well‑being of our community by providing accessible, high‑quality care through integration of primary care, dental care, WIC support, mental health counseling, community health education and more.

Schedule

We offer flexible schedules ranging from 16–40 hours per week, Monday–Saturday.

Compensation

$112.77 – $142.86 per hour ($234,561.60 – $297,148.80 annually), plus a signing bonus!

This position is represented by SEIU, with compensation and benefits determined by the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Salary is based on the wage scales outlined in the agreement. Beyond base pay, TVHC provides a comprehensive compensation package that supports the health, wealth, and career development of our employees.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, short- and long-term disability; malpractice insurance; a retirement plan with employer match; generous paid time off, sick time, 13 paid holidays; educational leave; tuition reimbursement; visa assistance; commuter benefits; scrub allowance; and AI clinical documentation.

Forgivable Loan Program

We offer an internal Forgivable Loan Program, providing up to $50,000 in loan forgiveness for eligible employees who have completed at least 18 months of employment and commit to an additional three years of service.

Federal And State Loan Programs

TVHC is designated as both a Medically Underserved Area (MUA) and a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), making employees eligible to apply for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and other federal and state loan repayment and forgiveness programs available to qualifying healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform health assessments, including a thorough history and physical examination, ordering or performing certain diagnostic tests, medication orders, evaluation of psychosocial and family aspects of the situation sufficient to make a general health assessment, and diagnose the nature of common acute and chronic conditions, and any necessary follow-up care.
• Promote and maintain periodic health assessments and preventive screening, assessment and guidance with regard to health hazards, good family health habits and family planning.
• Manage common acute and chronic illnesses, and initiate life‑saving procedures in emergencies.
• Provide clinical oversight of NP/PA trainees, NP residents, and/or new providers. Direct medical assistants, lab personnel, and other non-professional medical staff as appropriate.
• From time to time provide in‑service training for staff in selected topics within scope of practice of medicine as appropriate, and/or as deemed necessary by the CMO or his/her designee.
• Perform all duties for successful electronic health records maintenance including but not limited to: completion of medical records and documentation management of inbox and results, coding, and signing off charts within the designated time set by the organization.
• Assist in internal quality control audits, perform and maintain the standards of quality of care based on specialty and organizational standards.
• Discuss or refer as needed, complex and high priority patient cases.
• Perform all duties and services in full compliance with the organization’s Service Excellence Standards. Adhere to all canons of ethics, including the organization’s code of conduct for clinical providers.
• Demonstrate patterns of continued learning to ensure growth as a practitioner.
• Attend internal and external meetings, workshops, and conferences, and participate on task forces or committees as necessary and/or required by TVHC, Inc.
• Provide additional assistance within and outside the clinical arena, as requested and/or appropriate, to ensure the ongoing success of the organization.
• Work as a member of the health care team and assist in education of patients and the community in preventive health care and health maintenance concepts.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Board Certified/Eligible in the designated specialty field of practice is required.
• Must be in possession of a current medical license to practice in the State of California, including DEA license, and CPR.
• Previous experience providing medical care within a community health setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medicine and allied services commensurate with training.
• Demonstrate ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, external contacts, and other organizational members.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Understand and commit to maintaining highest level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrate ability to meet or exceed TVHC’s Service Excellence Standards.
• Be willing and able to work periodic evenings and/or weekends, as needed.
• Have ability to travel to other TVHC sites or locations to perform duties or attend meetings as needed.
• Bilingual, especially Spanish, is preferred but not required.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical problems.
• Show sensitivity to the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse patient and employee populations.
• Demonstrate ability to utilize computer technology and willingness to develop and adapt to the evolving technological requirements of modern medical health center practices.