Primary Care Physician

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Primary Care Physician for its UHC-Medical Clinic Blue. This role involves providing comprehensive primary care while ensuring the highest quality of evidence-based services to the university community. Candidates should demonstrate significant clinical experience, effective communication skills, and a commitment to a student-centered service culture.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible

Qualifications

• Board certification in a relevant specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Dermatology).
• Current BLS Certification required within 180 days of start.
• 3 years of clinical physician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate medical care, including physical assessments and minor procedures.
• Supervise and co-sign entries in medical records from Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
• Participate in team meetings and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical knowledge base

Communication skills

Empathy

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Cultural competency

Education

Doctor of Allopathic or Osteopathic Medicine

Tools

Electronic medical record

Office 365

Job description

Posting Number:

F2346P

Working Title:

Primary Care Physician

Department:

UHC-Medical Clinic Blue

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Posting Type:

External

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date:

07/01/2025

Job Posting Date:

04/07/2025

Open until filled:

Yes

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title:

Physician AD

Faculty Rank:

Staff Physician

Contract Type:

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status:

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Allopathic or Osteopathic Medicine. Maintenance of board certification in an appropriate specialty such as Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Dermatology.

Position Summary:

Provision of age appropriate primary care to eligible members of the University Community at the University of Georgia Health Center. The Health Center is a large multi-specialty ambulatory care organization that is accredited by the Joint Commission with primary care medical home designation. All licensed clinicians at the University Health Center are members of our Medical Staff whose role is to ensure that care is evidence based and of the highest quality. The membership serves as exemplars of our student-centered service excellence culture. Providing general primary care, patient education, care coordination and performing minor procedures are important aspects of the position. Primary Care Physicians are a critical component of the clinical leadership, providing oversight of care provided by Physician Assistants and Nurse practitioners.

Additional Requirements:

Current BLS Certification or attainment within 180 days of start.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification:

UHC Preferred:

• Expertise in College Health is preferred.
• Greater than three years of active ambulatory care practice with progressive management and HR responsibility.
• 3 years of experience as a clinical physician.
• Familiarity with an electronic medical record, particularly with Point and Click Solutions’ OpenSuite EHR.
• Proficiency with Office 365 and other software to include Word, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation.
• Current DEA

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Clinical knowledge base that is primary care focused.
• Ability to apply evidence-based principles to clinical practice.
• Comfort with behavioral, travel and tropical medicine.
• Minor procedural skills.
• Communication skills, empathy, ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, acceptance and cultural competency.

Physical Demands:

Standing, typing, walking limited distances, moving from sitting to standing frequently, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending, squatting and kneeling as needed.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

• Provide age-appropriate medical care, performing physical assessments, minor procedures.
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, coordinate care and referrals.
• Document encounters in a concise timely detailed and informative manner using an electronic medical record.
• Serve in a consultative and clinical supervisory role for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants active in the clinics.
• Co-sign (assess care and decision making, ensure adequate documentation, and offer feedback where appropriate) entries in medical records by NP/PA staff.

Percentage Of Time:

85

Duties/Responsibilities:

Administrative Tasks and Meetings:

• Communicate with and integrate into a team.
• Participate in process improvement.
• Attend and participate in committees and staff meetings.
• Participate in research and educational efforts as warranted.
• Contribute to the culture of service excellence.
• Opportunities for growth and leadership as desired.

Percentage Of Time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Professional Development and Education:

• Obtains appropriate continuing education credits as a requirement in maintaining license and national certifications.

Percentage Of Time:

5