Primary Care Physician (New Grads Accepted) - Athens, GA

Job Description

Primary Care Physician (New Grads Accepted) - Athens, GA

Position Type :   Full-Time

Shifts -  Days

Facility :   Outpatient Setting

Roles & Responsibilities :

Reports directly to the Medical Director.

Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and their families.

Determine which referrals are required based upon examination and patient needs.

Determine level of urgency of follow-up referral consultation appointments.

Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of healthcare.

Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.

Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette.

Typing and computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize EMR.

Performs in a tactful and professional manner.

Qualifications :

Medical Degree (MD) or Doctor of Medicine in Family Practice.

Experience in an outpatient setting, particularly with HMO or managed care, is preferred.

Proficiency in Spanish is desirable.

At least two (2) years of direct work experience in the field.

Licensure / Certifications :

Active state license for Georgia.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Primary Care / Internal Medicine.

Current DEA and DPS Certification of Registration required.

Benefits :

All Standard benefits!!