Physician Family Medicine/Internal Medicine - With Focus on Medicaid and CHP+ Members

Colorado Permanente Medical Group (Cpmg)•Westminster, CO

7d•$311,093 - $321,759

About The Position

The Colorado Permanente Medical Group is expanding, and we are seeking board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or IM-Peds physicians to provide comprehensive medical services to patients covered by Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) members, regardless of age or sex, on a continuous basis. We have opportunities available at the Kaiser Permanente offices in Lakewood and Aurora Centrepoint medical offices in the Denver metro area. Physicians must be willing to dedicate up to 30% of FTE to take inbound, on-demand calls and provide virtual care services to patients that can be done from home. Must be able to work in a patient care team, involving consultation on patient problems with members of the team (Physicians, R.N.'s, P.A.'s, N.P.'s, L.P.N.'s, M.A.'s, Medical Receptionists, etc.). More Detailed Description Examines patients, using medical instruments and equipment. Utilizes a computer to access patient records and other clinical information. Elicits and records information about the patient's medical history clearly and adequately, utilizing the computerized medical record, to include accurate coding. Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on the patient's condition. Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examinations, and diagnoses the patient's condition. Administers or prescribes treatments and medications. Promotes health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene, and disease prevention methods. Inoculates and vaccinates patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases. Performs office and surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency and scope of practice (such as minor office surgery, gynecology, office orthopedics, etc.). Refers patients to medical or surgical specialists for consultation services when necessary for the patient's well-being. Sees patients in a high-flow clinic setting with a daily schedule involving meeting patient visit standards and must be flexible to attend to additional walk-ins and acutely ill or injured patients. Answers and follows through promptly on all telephone messages.

Requirements

board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or IM-Peds physicians
Must be able to work in a patient care team, involving consultation on patient problems with members of the team (Physicians, R.N.'s, P.A.'s, N.P.'s, L.P.N.'s, M.A.'s, Medical Receptionists, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish preferred
Experience working with underserved and high social needs populations
Familiarity with social drivers of health and experience in integrating community resources and support services into patient care plans.
Experience in trauma-informed care, culturally responsive care, and health equity initiatives.
Proficiency in care team collaboration, including working with behavioral health, social work, and community health workers.
Experience with telehealth and digital health tools to expand access and continuity of care for underserved communities.
Passion for community engagement and building partnerships that improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Experience performing comprehensive gynecologic care strongly preferred, including the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of non-obstetric conditions (such as colposcopies, IUD insertion/removal, minor procedures for diagnostic and treatment purposes, managing menstrual disorders, providing care for menopausal and perimenopausal patients, addressing sexual health, pelvic pain, urogynecology conditions, etc)

Responsibilities

Examines patients, using medical instruments and equipment.
Utilizes a computer to access patient records and other clinical information.
Elicits and records information about the patient's medical history clearly and adequately, utilizing the computerized medical record, to include accurate coding.
Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on the patient's condition.
Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examinations, and diagnoses the patient's condition.
Administers or prescribes treatments and medications.
Promotes health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene, and disease prevention methods.
Inoculates and vaccinates patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
Performs office and surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency and scope of practice (such as minor office surgery, gynecology, office orthopedics, etc.).
Refers patients to medical or surgical specialists for consultation services when necessary for the patient's well-being.
Sees patients in a high-flow clinic setting with a daily schedule involving meeting patient visit standards and must be flexible to attend to additional walk-ins and acutely ill or injured patients.
Answers and follows through promptly on all telephone messages.