Physician- Family Medicine

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Full-Time 40hr/wk Alcott, Kalamazoo, MI, US

5 days ago Requisition

The Family Medicine Physician provides high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals of all ages, following Family Health Center's standards and practices. The physician embraces a team-oriented approach to healthcare, working collaboratively with Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, while offering oversight and support as needed.

The Family Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) that goes beyond the call of duty to take exceptional care of our community. Through community outreach, medical & dental services, behavioral health management, on-site pharmacy, and so much more. We are there for the members of our community every step of the way.

• Clinicians of the Family Health Center have the opportunity to apply for up to $50,000 in loan repayment through the National Health Service Loan Repayment Program.
• Highly competitive pay
• Sign on Bonus
• Company paid long term disability Insurance
• Voluntary life, accidental death, short-term disability, and other supplemental offerings
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 Paid Holidays

• Provides healthcare and health management for patients of all ages
• Provides a total assessment of the patient's health status, including systematic health history, a physical examination, and diagnostic testing
• Provides skilled observations and health assessments of patients, including history, physical examination, and appropriate interventions and referrals
• Provides patient care services appropriate to patient condition and in conjunction with current Joint Commission standards
• Diagnoses and treats or appropriately refer to health problems for the patient population. Orders interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Establishes and facilitates a plan of care related to a patient's identified problems, needs, and strengths, including medication, diet, therapeutic procedures, counseling, education, and teaching needs of patients, families, and groups.
• Assess and formulate a plan of care related to preventative, acute, and chronic needs identified by the patient and health care team in a manner that provides continuity of care. It includes coordinating care with patients' primary care physicians (PCP) when identifying and identifying an available PCP when one is not currently designated.
• Assesses patient/family learning needs and provides appropriate patient education.
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses the condition of the patient.
• Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule, given the patient's condition and allergies.
• Discusses any possible side effects of medication or immunization with the patient.
• Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from infectious diseases.
• Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for the prevention of disease.
• Patients refer to a medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for the patient's well-being.
• Documents the patient's visit, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action
• Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases
• Conducts physical examinations to provide the information needed for admission to the school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
• Participate in all required departmental and organizational meetings.
• Other duties may be assigned.

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