Physician Internal Medicine - Part time

La Clinica de la Raza•Oakland, CA

41d•$10,434 - $12,403•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Care Physicians Health Advocates Delivering Patient Centered Care Who we are La Clnica de La Raza is a community based health center committed to providing culturally appropriate high quality and accessible health care to the diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area We have spent over 40 years advocating for and creating a health home for the many that have been denied access to care As health care activists we are dedicated to making sure individuals who do not have health coverage get the same level of quality healthcare as those who have it From our genesis as a community health center in 1971 we understood that we cannot heal our communities without also addressing the economic and social factors that affect health Many times this requires that we go outside and provide services in other settings to build the bridge that links individuals to our health center for preventive and primary care Over 90000 individuals come to La Clnica because it is a welcoming place that addresses the whole person coordinating and connecting them to a broad network of services to improve and maintain their health and well being While we are still known for our activism and spirit of social justice we are also proud to have grown into a sophisticated provider of primary health care services with 35 sites across Alameda Contra Costa and Solano counties Be part of an excellent care team At La Clnica you will be able to provide primary care in an outpatient setting allowing you to practice full scope internal medicine You will deliver care to a resilient patient population that is ethnically diverse and medically complex with the aim of achieving optimal health outcomes for every patient We attract and retain engaged staff by supporting providers in their pursuits of a meaningful role and offering opportunities in mentorship quality initiatives and preceptorships La Clnica is committed to continued physician education; we hold monthly county wide and site level provider education meetings which include morbidity and mortality case presentations and other specific topics of interest You will do this work alongside energetic comrades who are dedicated to an exceptional patient experience just as they are committed to health innovation and delivery of quality care As a physician you will be surrounded by a collaborative care team that is invested in your success and shares ownership of tasks to help improve your efficiency as a provider We offer robust perks including educational leave plus stipend license reimbursement FTCA malpractice coverage and flexible work schedules In addition we are a National Health Service Corps NHSC approved site for tax free loan repayment Our clinics are located in the thriving Bay Area known for its cultural diversity beautiful weather highly sought after schools and year round recreational activities

Requirements

Knowledge Knowledge and experience with Electronic Health Record programs such as NextGen or Epic
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries diseases and deformities This includes symptoms treatment alternatives drug properties and interactions and preventive health care measures
High degree of interpersonal competence with both staff and patients and thorough knowledge of evidence based care
Cultural competence working in diverselow income communities
Abilities Ability to deal courteously and effectively complex patient profiles and maintain good working relationships with other staff
Must have the physical stamina to function effectively in a position that involves heavy lifting 50lbs
Ability to work courteously and effectively as a team member to support the qualityefficiency standards established for the clinic; work independently; exercise good judgment; communicate effectively orally and in writing make and thorough manner with speed and accuracy with minimal supervision
Ability and willingness to work under pressure and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to accept changes gracefully
Ability to work across cultures and demonstrate support of diversity equity and inclusion
Ability to keep accurate and clear records of patient information
Top notch time management skills and evidence based approaches to medical care
MDDO degree from a recognized University one to two years of experience working in primary care clinic setting
Requires board certification in Internal Medicine In the absence of a board certification candidate must be board eligible and become board certified within 2 years of employment
Requires valid California license and DEA
Must hold a current BLS Basic Life Support Certificate You will have 30 day grace period to obtain your certificate from the date of hire

Nice To Haves

EnglishSpanish proficiency preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Healthcare Delivery Deliver evidenced based care that supports our aim for improved health outcomes exceptional patient experience and efficient use of resources
Perform routine acute urgent preventive curative and rehabilitative medical care to patients and determine appropriate regimen
Prescribe medications treatments or therapies and order medical diagnostic or clinical tests
Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members
Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment
Patient Experience Deliver well and chronic disease care with cultural humility to a diverse patient population of all ages
Have flexibility in meeting patients needs and participating in the call pool and rotational Saturday clinics
Develop a positive rapport with patients and families to foster the physicianpatient relationship
Collaboration & Mentorship Serve as a member of the cross functional team of providers consulting with mid levels on the assessment management and treatment of complicated cases chart review co signing and case conferences
Suggest improvements for clinic flow patient scheduling and service delivery and collaborate professionally with interdisciplinary team members including providers health educators medical assistants registered nurses and case managers
Provide direction to medical assistants regarding patient care as needed