Internist

Mary's Center • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Internist (Internal Medicine Physician) will function as one of the primary medical services providers for Mary’s Center, and is responsible for initiating assessment, diagnosis, and the implementation of a range of care interventions for patient presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health problems. Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of various treatment modalities and referrals through autonomous and accountable decisions in medical practice supported by current research. This position is open at our clinic in Fort Totten, DC.
Reportability
This position will report directly to the Administrative Medical Director. They shall work collaboratively with their respective clinical lead(s). Annually, the clinician is evaluated on clinical competency by the Site Medical Director or their proxies (Associate Medical Director and/or Clinical Lead).

Requirements

• Must possess a M.D. or D.O. degree and a current license to practice Medicine in the District of Columbia and/or Maryland.
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of patient confidentiality issues and HIPAA compliance/regulations are essential.

Nice To Haves

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine preferable.
• A minimum of two (2) years of practicing medicine in a community health clinic environment and/or experience in working with immigrant or economically disadvantaged populations highly desirable.
• Bilingualism in Spanish and English strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive quality primary wellness and sick care to Mary’s Center adult patients in an efficient manner
• Collaborate with Mary’s Center and external healthcare providers as necessary to make appropriate medical decisions
• Coordinate the transferring of patients to emergency facility and arrange for hospitalization as needed
• Practice medicine within quality standards such as HEDIS
• Coordinate for sub-specialty care with the nursing and social work staff
• Provide consultation and education to patients and/or parents and staff to increase the quality of patient care
• Provide guidance and assistance to medical assistants
• Perform routine professional duties (complete and lock medical notes, address labs, respond to telephone encounters and correct billing claims) in an efficient and well-organized manner per Mary’s Center policy.
• Perform routine medical administrative duties in an efficient, well-organized manner
• Participate in various team and provider meetings
• Participate in projects and/or policy initiatives for Mary’s Center and its community
• Participate in Saturday and evening clinic sessions as needed
• Participate in the on-call rotation as appropriate for specialty
• Participate in inter-departmental meetings as needed
• Participate in Mary’s Center Continuous Quality Improvement Plan
• Perform other duties determined as necessary by the Administrative Medical Director and EVP of Medicine, or their delegates

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental & vision insurance, plus retirement options
• 25 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, in addition to 10 paid holidays, plus educational days to attend training and conferences
• CME/License renewals
• $2000/year educational reimbursement to attend training and conferences
• NHSC/HRSA loan repayment options, if applicable
• WMATA metro/bus subsidy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree