Internal Medicine Physician

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the VP/Chief Medical Officer and in accordance with the medical profession, provides quality primary health care for treatment of a variety of medical conditions to community-based patient population that is diverse in age, educational background and income level.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Provides general physical examinations and makes medical evaluations to diagnose and treat a variety of medical illnesses and diseases of the human body.

B. Analyzes test findings and processes all "normal" and "abnormal" lab results to diagnose the patient's health condition.

C. Administers appropriate treatment plans and prescribes medications to treat the patient's medical condition as indicated by protocol.

D. Promotes health among patients by advising patients on diet, hygiene and disease prevention.

E. Documents and charts all treatment modalities administered and preventive medicine prescribed in patient's medical chart in accordance with accepted medical protocols.

F. Makes referrals to specialists when necessary for treatment of medical conditions following guidelines established by the VP/Chief Medical Officer and managed care contracts.

G. Works as a member of the medical staff in implementing the objectives and the Clinical Outcome measures by Life Cycle Groups.

H. Works as a member of the medical staff in identifying the medical issues of the community and to develop best treatment plans.

I. Provides medical assistance to other Physicians and mid-level providers as necessary or provides coverage for patients in the absence of their regular treating physician.

J. Keeps VP/Chief Medical Officer informed of trends and increases in numbers of medical conditions and illnesses being reported by patients.

K. Keeps up with CME requirements for Texas License and Board Certification.

L. Abides by infection control policies and procedures as dictated in the Centro del Barrio Infection Control Manual.

M. Abides by policies and procedures on hazardous materials as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.

N. Participates in after hour care, to include patient calls and hospital coverage. Appropriately documents such care.

O. Participates in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program.

P. Abides by all safety policies as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.

Pediatric Provider: Demonstrates competence with patients aged 0 to 17 years of age.

Family Medicine Provider: Demonstrates competence with patients aged 0 and older.

Internal Medicine Provider: Demonstrates competence with patients aged 18 and older.

OB/Gyn Providers: Demonstrate competence with female patients requiring obstetrical and gynecological care.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Performance will be evaluated by VP/Chief Medical Officer using the Peer Performance Evaluation form wherein a satisfactory overall rating is considered as a minimum acceptable level of performance.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Education: Graduate from a U.S. approved Medical School

Completion of required Internship and/or Residency Program

Licensed by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners

B. Experience: Outpatient Health Care clinic preferred

C. Other: Current Physician's Permit

Controlled Substances Registration, Certificate issued by DEA

Must be eligible for Medical Malpractice Liability Coverage under FTCA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

B. Must be able to meet the attendance requirements of the position.

C. Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

D. Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds unassisted.

E. Must be able to deliver excellent customer service, externally and internally