Physician / Family Practice / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Family Medicine Needed Near Houston, TX Job

Job Opportunity : Primary Care and Family Practice Physician

Summary :

Join a dynamic healthcare delivery system as a Primary Care and Family Practice Physician in a rural setting. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community's well-being by ensuring quality care aligns with healthcare goals and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Quality Care : Provide safe and efficient care to patients, promoting quality care that aligns with organizational goals and mission as well as Texas Medical Board guidelines.

Health Promotion : Offer health promotion, prevention, and treatments to all patients, prioritizing their well-being.

Medication Management : Prescribe medications when necessary to maintain patient health and well-being.

Health Assessments : Perform health assessments, both initial and ongoing, identifying normal and abnormal health findings. Develop a plan of care with appropriate interventions and conduct follow-up evaluations for care outcomes.

Case Management : Manage and oversee medical, pediatric, and obstetrical / gynecological categories for cases that do not require referral.

Supervision : Provide supervision in case assignment to allied health professionals, supporting chart sign-offs and reviews as required by organizational and licensing board standards.

Patient Education : Educate patients and families on care, physical findings, diagnostic test results, and collaborate with other healthcare providers to manage / coordinate patient care.

Communication Skills : Utilize interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate and engage patients and families. Participate in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities.

Professionalism : Adhere to the highest standards of medical practice, ethics, and professionalism at all times.

Compliance : Follow all organizational procedures and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.

Professional Development : Promote individual professional growth by meeting continuing education requirements, mandatory training / classes, and skills competency.

Peer-to-Peer Evaluation : Complete quarterly peer-to-peer evaluations to foster improvement in patient care through provider education and health system enhancement.

Risk Management : Identify risk management issues and bring them to the attention of the Executive Director and / or Clinic Medical Director.

Procedures : Based on current licensure and credentialed privileges, perform invasive, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures when needed.

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) : Accurately document and update patients' EMR in a timely manner, following all documentation guidelines and requirements.

CLIA Waived Tests : Provide oversight of CLIA waived tests.

Professional Appearance : Adhere to all appearance standards and maintain a professional dress while working.

Customer Service : Maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers. Be responsive to customer needs.

Service Excellence : Use the Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, clients, and guests.

Professional Growth : Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.

Experience Requirements :

• 1-2 years experience as a Physician preferred.

Job ID : j-188927

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of the community in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are excited about this opportunity, please reach out to us to learn more. Be part of a team committed to excellence in healthcare!

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