Health Center Primary Care Physician

Behavioral Health Services•Hawthorne, CA

About The Position

The Primary Care Physician provides comprehensive medical care and manages an assigned patient panel under the direct clinical supervision of the Chief Medical Officer and the administrative supervision of the Health Center Director of Operations. The physician collaborates with the Medical Director under established protocols and works with multidisciplinary care teams to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The role may include operational leadership within the clinic, supervision of assigned advanced practice providers, and service as Site Director. The physician provides preventive, acute, and chronic care for patients across the lifespan; coordinates care and supports population health and quality improvement activities; and ensures compliance with applicable regulations, clinical standards, and organizational protocols. The role may also support care delivery at mobile units or community-based sites as needed.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
Current, active California medical license.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related primary care specialty.
Current DEA registration, or ability to obtain it upon hire.
Current BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to perform the position’s physical requirements, including standing, bending, reaching, and lifting as needed.
Valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on BHS business.
Ability to demonstrate professional judgment and decision-making and adhere to professional standards.
Provide patient-centered, culturally competent, and trauma-informed care.
Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and care team members.
Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete EHR documentation.
Adhere to evidence-based clinical guidelines and organizational protocols.
Demonstrate commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain professionalism, ethical standards, and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish proficiency.
Experience working in a community health center or with underserved populations, including exposure to integrated behavioral health or co-occurring conditions.
Experience providing Medications for Addiction Treatment for substance use disorders, including prescribing and ongoing management; alternatively, willingness to obtain training upon hire.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care, including preventive, acute, and chronic care management for patients across the lifespan.
Perform examinations, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, laboratory work, and imaging.
Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with clinical guidelines and organizational protocols.
Educate and counsel patients and families about prevention, wellness, and chronic condition management.
Document patient encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Coordinate care with behavioral health, care coordinators, specialists, and community resources.
Identify care gaps using EHR tools and support quality improvement initiatives aligned with UDS, HEDIS, and organizational goals.
Participate in population health management, including outreach and follow-up for high-risk patients.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including HRSA requirements and clinical standards of care.
Participate in peer review, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities.
Support care delivery in alternative settings, such as mobile units or community-based sites, as needed.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
Provide clinical oversight and supervision of assigned Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, consistent with applicable laws and organizational policies.
Provide Medications for Addiction Treatment services, including assessment, initiation, and ongoing management for patients with substance use disorders.
Participate in safety programs and maintain facility health and safety standards.
Maintain professional boundaries and standards of conduct; treat clients with respect, care, and concern.
Communicate effectively with team members to address patient needs.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and recognize personal biases when working with diverse populations.
Attend assigned meetings and trainings, participate in committees, and perform other duties as assigned.