Physician - Cardiologist

Community Health Centers of America•Turlock, CA

2d•$400,000 - $600,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America is hiring a Cardiologist for its specialty clinic in the Turlock, California area, with possible work in partner long-term care facilities. The physician diagnoses and treats patients with acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses, independently or as part of a healthcare team. The role includes cardiological examinations, diagnostic testing and interpretation, treatment planning, prescribing medications, patient education, follow-up care, and coordination with other healthcare professionals. The organization describes itself as a multi-specialty group focused on community health and a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment. The position is in person and is scheduled Monday through Friday on the day shift, with no nights or weekends required of the provider. The service provides night and weekend call coverage. The role offers administrative freedom with appropriate support staff, access to a charting system designed for efficient billing, and dictation options including AI tools and Dragon.

Requirements

Medical degree and a valid license from the California Medical Board; California MD/DO license required.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Current DEA registration required.
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medical best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Active listening and active learning skills.
Flexibility in working 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.
Ability to respect patient confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appropriate additional 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, medical treatments, and medications.
Order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Maintain detailed records of patients' care plans, prognoses, progress, medications, and treatments.
Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions, and counsel patients about medication compliance.
Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patients and evaluate health or illness care.
Perform cardiological physical examinations and assess medical problems.
Assist with pre-operative and post-operative care.
Coordinate patient care and supervise or coordinate patient-care and support-staff activities.
Collaborate with physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to support a high-performing medical team.
Maintain current knowledge of state legal regulations applicable to medical practice, regulatory processes, and payer systems.
Use safe and healthy control methods when working with patients and follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures.
Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol.
Respect the cultural and religious practices of minor patients and uphold HIPAA regulations.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
Be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.

Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits.
401(k) plan with generous matching.
CME allowance.
Sign-on bonus.
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary plans.
Vacation, holiday, CME, and sick paid time off.
Employee assistance program.
Loan forgiveness eligibility.
Malpractice insurance.
Professional development assistance.
Referral program.
Relocation assistance.
Visa sponsorship.
Manageable work schedules; providers are not required to work evenings or weekends.
Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals.
Professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity.
Administrative freedom with appropriate support staff.
Access to a charting system designed for quick and easy billing, with dictation available, including AI options and Dragon.