Staff Physician

Universal Community Health Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Community Health Center is seeking a Family Practice Physician to provide comprehensive primary care including preventive services and chronic disease management. The physician will conduct exams, diagnose conditions, and coordinate referrals while emphasizing preventive care and patient-centered treatment.

The ideal candidate must be board eligible or certified, possess a valid California medical license, and be able to interact with diverse populations. This role may require travel to various facilities and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in family practice.
• Current DEA license and CPR certification (BCLS/ACLS).
• Strong communication skills in English; fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care.
• Conduct medical histories and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with specialists to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Judgment and decision making

Active listening

Complex problem solving

Service orientation

Active learning

Monitoring

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree of MD or DO

Active medical license from the State of California

Job description

Summary

A Family Practice Physician provides comprehensive, continuous primary care to patients across the lifespan, including preventive services, acute illness treatment, and chronic disease management. This role conducts physical exams, diagnoses and treats medical conditions, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, prescribes medications, and coordinates referrals to specialists when needed. The physician emphasizes preventive care, health education, and patient-centered treatment plans while promoting continuity of care within a medical home model. Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, the Family Practice Physician ensures high-quality, culturally responsive care that supports improved health outcomes for individuals and families.

Job Title

Family Practice Physician

Department

Clinical

Reports to

Chief Medical Officer

FLSA Status

Exempt

General Accountabilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care, acute illness management, and chronic disease treatment for patients across the lifespan.
• Conduct medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations; order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies.
• Develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans, prescribe medications, and monitor therapeutic outcomes.
• Order lab tests, screenings, and diagnostic procedures.
• Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and community resources to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with organizational, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, population health management, and performance measurement activities.
• Promote preventive health measures, screenings, immunizations, and patient education to support long-term wellness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support integrated, team-based care delivery.
• Comply with clinical protocols, evidence-based guidelines, risk management standards, and HIPAA requirements.
• Support the organization’s mission through community engagement, patient advocacy, and culturally responsive care.
• Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.
• Train residents, medical students, and other health care professionals.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree of MD or DO.
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in family practice.
• Must possess current DEA license and CPR certification (BCLS/ACLS).
• Must be able to interact with people of various socioeconomic statuses and address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Must demonstrate strong communication skills in English; fluency in Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Possess an active medical license from the State of California with no pending or previous disciplinary action from any licensing entity.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Critical thinking
• Judgment and decision making
• Active listening
• Complex problem solving
• Service orientation
• Active learning
• Monitoring

Language Skills

• Bilingual-English/Spanish is required.

Physical Requirement

• Physical effort may include occasional light lifting to a 25 pound limit, and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time is required.
• Flexibility to work in multiple locations throughout the week.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• May be required to travel to all UCHC facilities as needed.
• Occasionally required to sit and walk.
• Finger dexterity required.
• Hand coordination required.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.

Work Environment

• Exposure to adverse conditions.
• Exposure to extreme heat.
• Exposure to extreme cold.
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to high, precarious places.
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Possible risk