Family Medicine Physician (MD/DO)

Palms Medical Group•Lake City East, FL

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Palms Medical Group (PMG) is a not-for-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to serving underserved populations with affordable primary care and preventative services. Established in 1971, PMG offers a comprehensive range of services including family medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, and prenatal care, providing exposure to diverse patient populations, conditions, and settings. PMG emphasizes accessible care through same-day scheduling, weekend appointments, and bilingual staff, operating in communities throughout North Florida. As a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), there is a strong focus on continuity of care and patient relationships. The work environment is described as friendly, compassionate, and professional, with staff taking pride in community contribution.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school with a M.D. or D.O. degree
Current and Valid physician license in the State of Florida
Maintain Board Certification
Current DEA certification
Current BLS (basic life support) Certification
Must be organized, a self-starter and detailed oriented
Job duties require the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Expected to travel and cover other sites during provider absences
Expected to coach, mentor and train clinical staff
Assist in the training and mentoring of coworkers by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and supporting skill development.
Follow Safety and OSHA requirements
Maintain appropriate certifications
Undergo credentialing, utilization and peer reviews
Employee will be expected to navigate and operate Microsoft Office suite products, including Word and Excel
Effectively and tactfully communicates complex and/or technical information to co-workers, patients and/or vendors

Responsibilities

Provide necessary medical services to patients of Palms Medical Group within his/her scope of practice and field of training in accordance with stated policies, procedures and protocols of PMG.
Identify him/herself as a physician and wear identification badge at all times.
Exhibit professionalism when greeting and treating patients in the clinic.
Educate, counsel and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
Prescribe medication as defined by state and federal laws and within his/her scope of practice.
Develop treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases across life cycle specified by specialty/field of training.
Perform diagnostic tests, screening evaluations and conduct patient exams.
Provide other services as granted by delineation of privileges.
Be available for contact after hours to treat or triage medical conditions.
Share in providing coverage for extended office hours of PMG as approved by the Board of Directors.
Read and adhere to the Clinical Policy Manual.
Assist in medical data collection for UDS and grant applications as directed by the CMO.
Participate in QA/QI activities as directed by the CMO.
Agree to carry out all required responsibilities of the corporation relative to patient charges, third party reimbursement, etc.
Maintain the electronic health record per current PMG policies and procedures.
Advise the appropriate member of management, as defined by the institutions organizational chart, of any problems you perceive with PMG operations.
Participate in community service and health promotion programs.
Participate in the review of all medical policies, procedures and protocols.
Assume, as requested by the CMO, the supervision of staff ARNPs and Physician Assistants in accordance with Florida statutory requirements.
Perform any other duty assigned by CMO or CEO to improve the efficiency of PMG.