Physician

Frontera Healthcare • Brady, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At Frontera Healthcare Network, we aim to elevate the standard for rural healthcare by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to the communities we serve. We are actively searching for a highly skilled and driven Physician to become a valued member of our Junction team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals and families by bringing the community direct access to medical services they otherwise would not have.

Along with offering a competitive salary, Frontera boasts a considerable benefits package including:
· Generous starting paid time off (PTO)
· PTO for designated Holidays
· Matching contributions to a 401k retirement savings plan
· Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera
· Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental

As Frontera continues to grow, we offer ample opportunities for leadership and career advancement. The employee-centric culture of our organization is committed to helping each employee reach their full potential. Moreover, the close-knit communities we serve appreciate individual contributions to community development, providing a chance to make a difference in society beyond the work environment. Frontera is leading the way in community care and we are excited to add a passionate Physician to contribute to our team

Requirements

• Knowledge of advanced principles of health promotion, prevention and motivation
• Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols
• Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Medical Practice Act
• Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Center staff, and the general public
• Ability to use office equipment including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers
• Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas Medical Board to practice as a physician in the State of Texas
• Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty
• Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS and other such certificates to legally operate a practitioner in the State of Texas
• Hospital privileges at designated area hospitals if required for specialty
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of practice experience as a physician giving direct patient care

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services.
• Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary health care.
• Provides clinic sessions, as scheduled, in direct patient care at clinic site, including extended hours clinics.
• Provides a minimum of four thousand two hundred (4200) primary care encounters for the contract year and provides services equaling to at least forty (40) hours per week in clinic.
• Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers patients assigned to physician’s panel, on an in-patient and out-patient basis (as per individual employment agreements); prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refers clients for appropriate specialty care services, lab and x-ray and any other ancillary services that are appropriate for patient’s management and care. Reviews all lab and x-ray reports for patients under his/her care on a timely basis and makes medical management decisions appropriately. Follows appropriate standards of care for each patient.
• Provides continuity of care to center patients on his or her patient panel and other patients as assigned, including routine in-patient and nursing home care to center patients. Performs emergency on-call on a scheduled basis with other physicians only if required by the local hospital(s).
• Maintains a problem oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures.
• Ensures that patient and family/significant others are educated about diagnosis and the plan of care. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
• Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed i.e. diabetes collaborative/health fairs etc.; attends and participates in clinic meetings / departmental meetings and other clinic functions as required by the Center.
• Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the Medical Director.
• Assumes responsibility/accountability for delegating, directing, and supervising patient care activities. Trains, mentors and supervises students and clinical support staff engaged in activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• Participates in the analysis of community health problems and assists in the development of the community health care plan.
• Participates in Compliance and Performance Improvement activities for continuous care quality improvement and risk management purposes.
• Participates in the review and development of patient care policies, including health maintenance schedules and continuity of care.
• Participates in the review and development of protocols and standing orders.
• Implements the plans, procedures and protocols for the medical team.
• Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the department.
• Is familiar with PCMH standards and works as part of the medical team to provide patient centered care.
• Accepts responsibility for remaining current with medical and health care trends and information that impact the medical practice.
• Leads the health care team in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing patient and family needs to develop a plan of care.
• Participates in the evaluation of products, procedures, and patient care standards.
• Maintains professional courtesy at all times.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous starting paid time off (PTO)
• PTO for designated Holidays
• Matching contributions to a 401k retirement savings plan
• Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera
• Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level