Physician - Cardiologist

Community Health Centers of America•Merced, CA

7d•$400,000 - $600,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America is hiring a Cardiologist to work in its family practice clinics in the Merced, California area, with possible assignments at partner long-term care facilities. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients with acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in a clinic setting. Community Health Centers of America is a multi-specialty group focused on improving community health through clinical care. The organization describes its work environment as collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive, with appropriate support staff and administrative freedom for providers.

Requirements

A degree in medicine and a valid license from the California Medical Board; a California MD or DO license is required.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Current DEA registration.
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medical best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Active listening and active learning skills.
Flexibility to work with people of varied ages, personalities, and backgrounds.
Time-management skills to see a high number of patients.
Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues.
Critical thinking, social perceptiveness, and complex problem-solving skills.
Respect for patient confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appropriate certifications and/or licensures.

Responsibilities

Obtain, analyze, and interpret patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop diagnoses.
Diagnose and treat acute health problems, including illnesses, infections, and injuries.
Recommend diagnostic or therapeutic interventions and prescribe medications.
Educate patients and families about managing acute or chronic illnesses, treatments, medications, and medication compliance.
Order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Maintain complete and detailed records of patients’ care plans, prognoses, and progress with medication or treatment.
Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions.
Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patients and evaluate care or health status.
Perform cardiological and other physical examinations and assess medical problems.
Supervise or coordinate patient care and support staff activities.
Maintain knowledge of state legal regulations for medical practice and stay current with regulatory processes and payer systems.
Obtain health information from patients and practice safe and healthy control methods while working with them.
Assist with preoperative and postoperative care.
Collaborate with physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to form a high-performing medical team.
Comply with corporate policies and procedures, facility and OSHA safety rules, the facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol, and HIPAA regulations.
Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients.
Be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.

Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits
401(k) plan
401(k) matching
CME allowance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Loan forgiveness
Malpractice insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
Vision insurance
Manageable schedules; providers are not required to work evenings or weekends, though the posting also mentions night/weekend call coverage.
Access to charting designed for quick and easy billing, with dictation available, including Dragon.
Appropriate support staff and administrative freedom