Clinic Physician - Endocrinologist

Community Health Centers of America•Sacramento, CA

19h•$250,000 - $350,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Centers of America is hiring a full-time Endocrinologist for its clinics in the Sacramento, California area. The physician may also work in partner long-term care facilities and is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients in the clinic setting. The organization is a multispecialty group focused on community health and describes its work environment as collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive. The Endocrinologist evaluates medical conditions, develops and implements treatment plans, prescribes medication, and monitors treatment outcomes. Patient evaluation includes interviews with patients, family members, and others; physical examinations; behavioral observation; review of medical histories and related documents; and selection, administration, and ordering of laboratory tests and evaluation of their results. The physician collaborates with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other healthcare providers; maintains patient records; supports quality and safety standards; and participates in continuing medical education and professional activities. The role is in person, with a Monday-to-Friday day-shift schedule. Providers are not required to work evenings, nights, or weekends; call coverage is provided. Some schedule flexibility is available. Salary is $250,000–$350,000 per year, depending on experience.

Requirements

Must possess a degree in medicine and a valid license from the California Medical Board.
California MD/DO license required.
Current BLS/ACLS required.
Current DEA registration required.
In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Active listening and active learning skills.
Flexibility to work with people of varying 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

Evaluate patients’ medical conditions through interviews, physical examinations, behavioral observation, and review of medical history and related documents.
Select, administer, and order laboratory tests and evaluate their results.
Determine the nature and extent of medical conditions and develop treatment plans.
Implement treatment plans, including prescribing medication, and monitor and evaluate treatment results.
Maintain interdisciplinary treatment by reviewing treatment plans and progress and consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
Promote quality and safe services by enforcing policies, procedures, standards, rules, accreditation requirements, and legal regulations; participate in utilization reviews and remain available for emergency consultations.
Document symptoms, medications, and treatment events and write summaries to maintain historical records.
Maintain job knowledge through continuing medical education, professional publications, personal networks, and professional organizations.
Accept ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive health benefits, including 100% employer-paid health insurance for the employee
Malpractice insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid CME week off and $2,000 annual CME allowance
Loan forgiveness / PSLF eligibility
Flexible schedule
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
Vision insurance
Administrative freedom and appropriate support staff
Access to a charting system designed for quick and easy billing, with dictation available