Primary Care Physician

Metro Community Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 265,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center seeks a physician dedicated to quality patient care and effective health management. The role involves providing direct medical services, maintaining professional standards, and collaborating with health teams to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will hold an MD or DO, be licensed in Pennsylvania, and demonstrate expertise in community health practices.

Benefits

100% employer-paid premiums for UPMC Medical

Life insurance ($100,000)

401(k) with 4% match

20 days PTO for first two years

12 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Experience with clinical operations and accreditation.
• Knowledge of regulations in community health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical intervention with accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records.
• Ensure treatment complies with all regulatory and professional standards.

Skills

Clinical practices

Patient care

Documentation

Emergency management

Office management skills

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Salary Range: $265,000 - $317,000

Description

Metro Community Health Center offers great benefits to our eligible employees:

• 100% employer-paid premiums for UPMC Medical, United Concordia dental, STD, LTD
• Life insurance ($100,000)
• VBA vision coverage (employee-paid voluntary)
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA and HRA
• 2 weeks paid parental leave
• 20 days (4 weeks) PTO for the first two years
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Competitive wages

Job Summary

This position supports the mission of Metro Family Practice by ensuring quality patient care and coordination within the health center. The physician will provide high-quality, cost-effective care, following scope of practice and standards of care, and may undertake additional duties as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide direct medical intervention with accurate diagnosis and treatment.
2. Meet or exceed clinical, quality, and productivity standards.
3. Maintain accurate, confidential patient records.
4. Ensure treatment complies with all regulatory and professional standards.
5. Follow contracted protocols and procedures.

Relationship Management

1. Develop positive relationships with patients and families, ensuring adherence to care plans.
2. Build relationships with vendors, contractors, and payors.
3. Collaborate effectively with other staff members.

Professional Conduct & Stewardship

1. Maintain professionalism in all actions and communications.
2. Ensure compliance with organizational policies and values.

Key Tasks & Duties

• Conduct physical assessments, diagnose, and treat health conditions.
• Support integration of primary and mental health services.
• Order and interpret labs, x-rays, CTs, MRIs.
• Perform medical procedures and prescribe treatments.
• Document patient interactions in the EHR.
• Follow-up care and patient education.
• Supervise support staff activities.
• Participate in community health education.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed.

Essential Functions

• Build relationships and provide excellent customer service.
• Manage difficult patients with interpersonal skills.
• Maintain high competency in medical practice and documentation.
• Perform assigned medical tasks proficiently.
• Solve problems effectively to serve patients better.
• Pay attention to detail and accuracy.
• Use computers effectively for data management.
• Communicate clearly in speech and writing.
• Implement operational and administrative processes.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Expertise in clinical practices, protocols, and trends.
• Experience with clinical operations and accreditation.
• Knowledge of regulations in community health settings.
• Ability to manage responsibilities and emergencies.
• Proficiency in office management, computers, and EMRs.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly sit, manipulate objects, reach, and communicate. Frequently lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision and hearing must meet specific requirements. Usually a quiet environment.

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