Physician; Tiered

What You'll Be Doing

The Physician provides health care to patients in the Wake County Health and Human Services Clinics. This will include Regional Centers and the Public Health Center in Raleigh.
This position is based primarily at the Departure Drive Regional Center but may involve, from time to time, as-needed coverage at other Wake County clinical sites. The physician reports to the clinical supervisor and medical director.

• Screen, diagnose and treat patients
• Document all care in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Provide preventive care, child health, family planning care, prenatal care, STD care, and acute illness management
• Provide support services to the mental health teams as needed for continuity of client care
• Perform clinic-based outpatient procedures as indicated (this generally includes PAP smears, Nexplanon insertion/removal, suture removal, possible I&D's)
• Supervise Advanced Practice Practitioners NC Medical and Nursing Board guidelines

Provide backup call to the nurse triage line on a rotating basis with other providers. Physician does not provide in person care after clinic hours.

Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (iv) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

• Doctorate in Medicine
• Three years of experience and must have completed appropriate residency
• NC Medical Board licensure
• Medical license/certification in specialist field
• DEA registration
• Hospital credentialing or eligibility
• Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted

• Completion of an accredited Family Practice Residency program and Board Certification in North Carolina
• Medical license/certification in specialist feild

• Analytic thinking/Problem solving
• Interpersonal human relations skills
• Provide quality and timely clinical care
• Ability to handle rapid change
• Self-starter
• Demonstrates a high degree of adaptability
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Confident team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a high pace environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in using office equipment

Location:

HSC Departure DrRaleigh, NC 27616

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:30-5:15

Hiring Range: 162,

Market Range:  -

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date:
This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.