Internal Medicine Physician

Coastal Health•Orange Park, FL

4d•$250,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Coastal Health is seeking an experienced Internal Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive, patient-centered medical care in outpatient clinical settings and skilled nursing facilities in the Jacksonville, Florida area. The role involves evaluating, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions; creating individualized treatment plans; and coordinating care with nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals. The physician will monitor patient outcomes, support quality improvement initiatives, maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, and promote continuity of care and positive patient experiences. The position offers annual compensation of $250,000–$300,000 based on experience and qualifications, an additional annual quality performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. The physician will join an established and growing multi-specialty healthcare organization and work with a collaborative team across multiple care settings.

Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO).
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or the specified medical specialty.
Minimum of 3 years of physician experience; the minimum job requirements also describe 3 to 5 years of directly related experience, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
Active and unrestricted Florida medical license.
Federal DEA certification.
Medical specialty license or certification.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in the area of medical expertise.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in the area of expertise.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in outpatient medicine and/or skilled nursing facilities.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive internal medicine care to patients in an outpatient setting.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Provide medical care and oversight to patients in skilled nursing facilities.
Develop and manage individualized treatment plans.
Collaborate with nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Monitor patient outcomes and support quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Promote continuity of care and positive patient experiences.
Observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and patient progress.
Prescribe appropriate dosages and instruct patients in the correct use of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids.
Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
Supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in the area of expertise.
Develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.