Primary Care Physician - Faculty - Department of Family and Community Medicine - Thomas Jeffers[...]

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated outpatient primary care physician to join their team in Philadelphia. This role involves providing comprehensive family medicine care to a diverse patient population, with a strong emphasis on health equity and collaboration within an interprofessional team. Candidates will have the opportunity to teach and mentor students and residents, contributing to the next generation of healthcare professionals. The organization is committed to excellence in patient care and offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive salary

Teaching opportunities

Supportive interprofessional team

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD or DO degree and be board certified in Family Medicine.
• Commitment to health equity and anti-racist practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient family medicine care and manage a panel of patients.
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team for patient-centered care.
• Opportunities to teach students and residents in primary care.

Skills

Family Medicine

Patient-Centered Care

Women's Health

Chronic Disease Management

Preventive Care

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Certified in Family Medicine

PA medical license

Job description

Job Details

Faculty PCP Opportunity in Center City, Philadelphia!

Job Description

The Department of Family & Community Medicine at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, is seeking candidates for an outpatient primary care physician position at Jefferson Family Medicine Associates (JFMA). JFMA is the flagship academic training site of Jefferson's Department of Family and Community Medicine, serving a diverse patient population of approximately 30,000 with a commitment to excellence and equity across all aspects of family medicine.

Our care teams include 27 faculty physicians, 4 nurse practitioners, 30 residents, 3 fellows, and 45 staff members, supporting interprofessional, patient-centered care. The team also includes behavioral health consultants, social workers, nurse care managers, and population health support teams. Clinical services encompass adult and children's primary care, prenatal and reproductive health, colposcopy, opioid use disorder treatment, gender-affirming care, procedure clinics, and obesity management.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient family medicine care, including procedures (no OB deliveries).
• Treat approximately 3 patients per hour, with protected time for clinical administration (32 hours patient care, 8 hours administrative).
• Manage a panel of patients, addressing chronic, acute, and preventive care needs.
• Conduct women's health visits, routine GYN exams, and LARCs if credentialed/desired.
• Participate in at-home call from 5-9 PM once monthly within a large DFCM call pool.
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team providing patient-centered care.
• Opportunities to teach students and residents in primary care.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an MD or DO degree, be board certified or eligible in Family Medicine, and obtain or hold a PA medical license. Compensation and academic appointment depend on experience. Jefferson offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to health equity and anti-racist practices. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds in medicine are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Founded in 1824, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University has awarded over 31,000 medical degrees. The Department of Family and Community Medicine has graduated 372 family physicians since 1974, many of whom are leaders in the field. Our graduates often work in underserved areas or pursue academic careers.

Interested candidates should submit their CV to [e-mail]. For more information, visit www.jefferson.edu.

Work Details

Shift: Day shift (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Location

833 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA

Jefferson, located in the greater Philadelphia area, is dedicated to reimagining healthcare and higher education, serving over 65,000 people through clinical care, education, and research. Established in 1824, Jefferson comprises 10 colleges and three schools, offering 200+ programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, ranked among the top 15 non-profit healthcare systems nationally, operates 32 hospitals and over 700 outpatient locations in the region. Jefferson Health Plans has provided health coverage in PA and NJ for over 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to equal opportunity employment and education, welcoming applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, military status, disability, or other protected statuses.