Physician

Position Summary

The Physician is responsible for providing comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered medical care to patients across the practice. This position evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients; develops and manages individualized treatment plans; coordinates care with other healthcare professionals; and promotes preventive care and overall patient wellness.

The Physician is expected to provide clinically appropriate care while maintaining accurate medical documentation, adhering to applicable federal and state regulations, and following the organization's clinical policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, medical histories, and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical studies.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with clinical judgment and applicable regulations.
• Provide preventive care, health screenings, immunizations, and patient education.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent and emergent medical conditions.
• Refer patients to specialists and other healthcare providers when appropriate.
• Coordinate patient care with nurses, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, specialists, and other members of the care team.

Clinical Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete patient medical records in the organization's electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Complete clinical documentation, orders, referrals, prescriptions, and other required records within established timeframes.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Follow organizational policies, clinical protocols, quality standards, and patient-safety requirements.
• Maintain required medical licenses, certifications, registrations, and credentials.
• Participate in quality improvement, utilization management, and other clinical initiatives as required.

Patient Experience

• Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with patients and families.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and care plans clearly and compassionately.
• Address patient questions and concerns and promote shared decision-making.
• Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable privacy requirements.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate effectively with clinical and administrative teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, and organizational initiatives as requested.
• Provide appropriate clinical guidance and support to members of the care team.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted medical license in the applicable state.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the applicable specialty.
• Current DEA registration, when required for the position.
• Current BLS certification, as applicable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain hospital/clinic privileges and payer credentialing, as required.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard clinical technology.

Preferred

• Experience in primary care, outpatient medicine, or a comparable clinical setting.
• Experience managing patients with multiple chronic conditions.
• Experience working in value-based care or population health.
• Experience with quality metrics, preventive care, and care coordination.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary clinical environment.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Excellence
• Patient-Centered Care
• Clinical Judgment & Decision-Making
• Communication
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Accountability
• Professionalism
• Documentation & Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Commitment to Quality & Patient Safety

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout a clinical environment for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to use computers and electronic medical record systems regularly.
• May require occasional lifting, bending, reaching, or other activities consistent with a clinical environment.

Role Overview

This Physician position is responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered medical care, including evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute and chronic conditions. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostics, prescribing medications, and actively promoting preventive care and patient wellness while ensuring effective care coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution, possess a current unrestricted medical license, and maintain board certification or eligibility, along with valid DEA, BLS, and relevant clinical credentials. The ideal applicant demonstrates strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, EMR proficiency, and a commitment to regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and patient confidentiality.