Primary Care Physician

Shelby American, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join their innovative virtual care team. This role involves diagnosing and treating veterans' health issues while ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance with VA standards. You will work collaboratively within a supportive environment, focusing on patient management, outreach initiatives, and achieving excellent clinical outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of veterans and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven organization that values your expertise and commitment to healthcare excellence.

Benefits

Generous time off

Excellent benefits

Competitive salary

Weekday schedule

Qualifications

• Valid physician license in Texas, Florida, California, New York, or Tennessee required.
• 2+ years of experience as a Primary Care Physician in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat veterans, ensuring continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with VA guidelines.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Clinical Documentation

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctorate of Medicine

Board Certification in Family Practice or Internal Medicine

Tools

VISTA/CPRS Electronic Patient Record System

Basic Life Support Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Description

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Primary Care Physician to join our growing team. In exchange for your dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday schedule.

The Virtual First Primary Care Physician diagnoses and treats diseases and injuries of human internal organ systems and delivers preventive and therapeutic treatment of primary care needs, including chronic disease management, of patients through routine physical examination, testing and non-invasive treatment. This includes strong communication with fellow team members to ensure the expectations of Patient Aligned Care Team metrics are met. The Virtual-First Primary Care Physician works as an extension of the in-person primary care team. This role is part of a virtual care Clinical Resource Hub and will be assigned to a specific state or Valor Healthcare Region as licensure and needs dictate. The Clinical Resource Hub is organizationally aligned to the Chief Medical Officer.

Core Responsibilities

Patient Care: Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans.

1. Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders and determines nature and extent of injury or disorder, performs comprehensive physical examination, referring to diagnostic images and tests, and using medical instruments and equipment and documents all medical information into the patient’s electronic medical record utilizing the VA’s VISTA/CPRS electronic patient record system. Maintains confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
2. Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care.
3. Orders and performs diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, laboratory tests, etc. and interprets test results for deviations from normal and provides patient notification and follow up care.
4. Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnosis.
5. Refers patient to the VA medical specialist when indicated.
6. Counsels patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance.
7. Evaluates patients’ records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care.
8. Completes all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit.
9. Completes the documentation of the medical record within twenty-four 24 hours of a patient encounter.
10. Solicits medical management consults or input when appropriate.
11. Will comply with all VA guidelines regarding appropriate and timely response to all patient requests, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results and diagnostic studies.
12. Complies with the VA formulary process and consult protocols.
13. Serves as collaborative physician to mid-levels where appropriate and needed.
14. Complies with all VA guidelines regarding appropriate and timely clinical documentation, including the completion of all encounters by close of business.
15. Addresses the clinical needs of all walk-in/triage/urgent care patients.
16. Agrees to cross cover other providers, including alerts and notifications.
17. Complies with all VA and company training requirements.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Women’s Health (if applicable by VA): Comply with VA requirements related to women’s health certification and competencies, as well as any elements needed for maintenance of such certification.

Compliance: Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.

Clinical Outcomes: Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.

Customer Service: Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.

1. Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met.
2. Collaborate with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.

Enrollment Growth: Participate in the clinic’s outreach events to help support the clinic’s enrollment initiatives.

Save & Recapture: Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits.

Strategic Initiatives: Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational, and execute key strategic initiatives that drive the success of the Valor business.

Requirements

• Must hold valid and unrestricted physician license in Texas, Florida, California, New York or Tennessee.
• A minimum of two (2) years of working experience as a Primary Care Physician in an outpatient setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
• Doctorate of Medicine or Doctorate of Osteopathy from an accredited college.
• Board certified or Board Eligible in family practice or internal medicine.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Current certification in Basic Life Support, must be renewed periodically as specified by the AHA, and in ACLS if specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
• Annual PPD test.
• Must be compliant with federal, state, local government or contract specific vaccine mandates and/or requirements.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
• Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standard.
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or medical or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, Valor Healthcare complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities.