Family Medicine Physician

Job Description:

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• Collaborates with a team of providers, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and community health workers.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical records (EMR).
• Participates in clinical quality improvement initiatives and health promotion programs.
• May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follows standards of care established by the clinic and ensures compliance with federal, tribal, and state regulations.
• Supports community outreach and public health efforts as a representative of the clinic.
• Collaborates efficiently and effectively while consistently demonstrating professionalism and maintaining positive, respectful relationships with internal teams, external partners, and Tribal members.
• Other duties as directed by management.

LEVEL OF AUTHORITY & RESTRICTIONS:

• No supervisory responsibilities or decision-making authority.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to walk, talk, hear, use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Moderate physical activity.
• Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT:

• Will require working occasional nights and/or weekends.
• Must be willing and able to travel both locally and within the CTCLUSI service delivery area.
• Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions and distractions.
• Lighting conditions may be very bright or very dim.
• Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• May be regularly exposed to unfavorable conditions, including body fluids and hazardous chemicals Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required to ensure safety.
• May involve potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other biohazardous materials.

HOURS

• 40 hours per week
• 10 hour days

JOB LOCATION
Three Rivers Health Center
150 S. Wall Street
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

Apply online @ www.ctclusi.org
Open until Filled

Experience and Skills:

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured to drive Tribal Government vehicles.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Oregon.
• Medial degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience, which may include residency in Family Medicine or a related specialty.
• Current Federal DEA certification
• CPR (BLS) certification.
• Experience providing care via telemedicine platforms
• Proficient in assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of health conditions.
• Knowledge of current standards in medical ethics, legal compliance, and infection control.
• Skilled in prescribing medication and non-pharmaceutical treatments with appropriate patient education.
• Familiarity with community-based diagnostic and patient care services.
• Understanding of accreditation and certification standards relevant to clinical care.
• Up-to-date on best practices in medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Capable of supervising, mentoring, and training clinical staff or students.
• Skilled in developing and delivering educational sessions or workshops.
• Experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally, in writing or by other acceptable means.
• This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check, which will include fingerprinting.
• This position will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check, which will include fingerprinting.
• Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Indian preference will be observed in the hiring process.