Physician - Internal Medicine

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) seeks an Internal Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for adults. The physician will focus on prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions, collaborating with clinical staff to develop individualized treatment plans and promote high-quality, evidence-based care for Native American patients.

Applicants must hold an MD or DO, complete Internal Medicine residency, and hold an unrestricted Oklahoma license.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must complete residency in Internal Medicine from an accredited program.
• Must hold an unrestricted Oklahoma medical license.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Documentation of Indian Preference eligibility may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ambulatory internal medicine services for adults, focusing on prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
• Examine patients, assess symptoms, and determine extent of illness to guide care.
• Prescribe medications and advise on diet and activity as appropriate.
• Refer patients to medical specialists when indicated.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to develop individualized care plans and participate in in-service education.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with licensure and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non-profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services include not only basic medical care but also dental, optometry, behavioral health, fitness, nutrition, and other family programs.Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism.We are looking to add compassionate team players to our growing team as we continue to work toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Health Care.We are seeking an Internal Medicine Physician who provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for adults, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions. This role collaborates with clinical staff to develop individualized treatment plans, promotes preventive health, and ensures high-quality, evidence-based care for the adult patient population.Applicants claiming Indian Preference must complete the full application and must provide documentation verifying eligibility (such as a tribal enrollment card or Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB)).Job duties include, but are not limited to:Provides comprehensive ambulatory medical services within the scope of Internal Medicine for the purpose of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders.Determines the nature and extent of injury or disorder, referring to diagnostic images and laboratory tests.Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs, as indicated by diagnosis.Refers patient to medical specialist when indicated.Assists clinic administration in developing and implementing programs relevant to providing health care for Native Americans served by the clinic.Participates in appropriate in-service education programs for health professionals at the clinic.Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient data and information.Maintains licensure and appropriate certifications.The Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is a non-profit organization and not a federal employer. Indian preference hiring laws apply. The Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Clinic adheres to all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including protections based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law.Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position.Must align with OKCIC vision, mission, and core valuesMust hold a degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from an accredited college or university.Must have documentation of completion of residency in Internal Medicine from an accredited residency program.Must hold an unrestricted professional license in the State of Oklahoma;Must be Board-certified or Board-eligible for certification by the American Board of Internal MedicineCurrent CPR is required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.