Primary Care Physician MD/DO

Valor Healthcare, Inc.•Greensburg, PA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Valor Healthcare is seeking a passionate Primary Care Physician to join its Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Valor is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for people who serve or have served in the military and those who work in federal government service. The company focuses on respectful, high-quality care and strong clinical outcomes. The physician provides medical treatment and personal care to patients with diseases and injuries, collaborating with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN, and Medical Assistant) and the expanded PACT Team, including family or caregivers, VA personnel, and community-based services involved in patient care planning. The physician is expected to follow VA and company clinical, documentation, compliance, and service requirements and contribute to clinic outreach, enrollment, retention, and strategic initiatives. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

At least 4 years of clinical medical practice; government healthcare experience is preferred, and specific requirements may vary by VA contract.
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Board certification in family practice or internal medicine.
Credentialing and continued good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
A valid, unrestricted license in the state of employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, as specified by VA contract requirements; must maintain all applicable requirements.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification as specified by the applicable VAMC contract.
Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Excellent computer skills.
Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
Strong service mentality and focus on meeting defined service standards.

Nice To Haves

Government healthcare environment experience.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat veterans.
Examine patients for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders, determine the nature and extent of injuries or disorders, and perform comprehensive physical examinations.
Develop and implement patient management plans and help provide continuity of care.
Order and perform diagnostic tests.
Prescribe medication and recommend dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnoses.
Counsel patients on prescription medication use, educate patients, assess mental health issues, and provide routine health maintenance.
Evaluate medical records from providers outside the VA and coordinate co-managed care under VA rules.
Complete clinical reminders due at each patient visit.
Document medical records within 24 hours of patient encounters and complete all encounters by close of business, following VA documentation guidelines.
Request medical management consultation or input when appropriate.
Respond appropriately and promptly to patient requests, alerts, notifications, consults, orders, lab results, and diagnostic studies in accordance with VA guidelines.
Follow the VA formulary process and consultation protocols.
Serve as a collaborative physician to mid-level providers where appropriate and needed.
Address the clinical needs of walk-in, triage, and urgent care patients.
Meet VA and company training requirements, including VA women's health certification and competency requirements and their maintenance.
Fulfill compliance requirements related to the Office of Inspector General, Joint Commission, Environment of Care oversight, laboratory compliance, and related matters.
Pursue excellent clinical outcomes in accordance with specified VA guidelines.
Provide excellent customer service to veterans in person and over the phone, colleagues, and clinic visitors.
Participate in clinic outreach events supporting enrollment initiatives.
Support patient enrollment and retention by guiding patients on scheduling, follow-up visits, or nurse visits when necessary.
Support new clinical and operational initiatives and execute strategic initiatives that advance Valor's success.