Primary Care Physician

Overview

Empower Veteran Health : Primary Care Role at Martinez VA!

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Primary Care Physician at the VA Northern California Health Care System, Martinez Clinic!

Are you driven by a passion for primary care and a commitment to serving our nation's heroes? The VA Northern California Health Care System invites you to be part of our exceptional team in delivering high-quality primary care to veterans. Located in Martinez, CA, you'll find a rewarding career and a vibrant community to call home.

Primary Care Physician Role Overview

The Primary Care Physician provides comprehensive primary care services to a panel of veterans, ensuring continuity of care within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Reporting to the Chief of Primary Care, the provider is a key clinical leader within the medical center.

The provider will be responsible for the assessment and care of new and returning patients with any number of medical problems (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, ischemic heart disease, COPD, depression, chronic pain). The care may be delivered via face-to-face, telehealth, or video visits though this position may require occasional travel to VISN medical centers or Community-Based Outreach Clinics (CBOCs). Responsible for ordering diagnostics, consultations, medications, and other therapies as medically indicated, meeting preventative health maintenance needs, and completing all required VA computer documentation including clinical reminders and screenings in a timely manner. Telehealth and / or video visits may only be conducted from sites of care within the VA Northern California Health Care System or VA-approved alternate work sites. The provider may also support the Call Center as well.

Responsibilities

• Veteran-Centered Care : Deliver comprehensive primary care services with an emphasis on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and chronic disease management.
• Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Model : Implement and practice according to the PACT model, which focuses on collaboration and coordination among the multidisciplinary healthcare team members. Utilize evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Quality Improvement : Participate in continuous quality improvement projects to enhance the delivery of care. Utilize various quality measurement tools to monitor and improve clinical performance and patient outcomes.
• Clinical Leadership : Serve as a mentor and role model for other healthcare providers within the primary care team. Engage in educational activities, providing guidance and support to residents, students, and other trainees.
• Healthcare Coordination : Coordinate care for veterans involving specialty care, mental health services, and other ancillary services to ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery. Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for veterans.
• Use of Technology : Utilize the VA's electronic medical record system for documentation, ordering of tests, and communication with patients and healthcare team members. Embrace telehealth as an integral part of delivering primary care services.

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Contact Information

For additional information or to connect with our Human Resources team, please contact : Gregory.Salmon@va.gov

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