Family Practice Physician MD DO
- Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Vision insurance
The Bedford Family Health Center (BFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center located in Bedford, Pennsylvania.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
- Performs physical examinations of new and existing patients and determines x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests required.
- Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
- Prepares and reviews case histories and obtains data through interviews.
- Provides continuing, comprehensive health maintenance and medical care to the entire family, to include preventive medicine, behavioral sciences, and community health.
- Directs outpatient, inpatient care, and services; participate in established on-call group.
- Promote patient-centered care through a team approach, with emphasis on quality and safety.
- Participates in surgical, obstetrical, gynecological, and critical care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
- Determines need for consultation and assists in medical care treatment provided at the direction of other specialists.
- Instructs other health care providers and non-medical personnel in a variety of health related topics, including first-aid measures, basic and advanced cardiac life support, and health care maintenance.
- May teach family practice residents and medical students.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the principles and practice of preventive medicine.
- Knowledge of the state and federal laws pertaining to medicine and to HHS-HRSA regulations of community health centers.
- Ability to work independently and make appropriate clinical decisions reflecting professional confidence and integrity.
- Skill in communicating effectively with patients and their families; must be culturally sensitive.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients and the general public.
- Commitment to BFHC mission, vision, and values.
- Computer efficiency and understanding of Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Medical Association with a Doctor of Medicine degree. Successful completion of an approved program of residency training in family practice.
Licenses or Certifications Required:
License to practice medicine in the State of Pennsylvania. Board certification in Family Practice plus current DEA
HAHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.