Staff Physician

Poarch Band of Creek Indians•Atmore, AL

About The Position

The Staff Physician provides direct medical care within the Health Department of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, serving patients of all ages. Responsibilities include preventive care, immunizations, pediatric and adult primary care, chronic disease management, health education, medication prescribing, lab ordering and interpretation, physical exams, STD screenings, women’s health, family planning, and nutrition counseling. The provider may work in the Primary Care Clinic and occasionally in the First Generation Clinic based on organizational needs. Participation in an after-hours clinic call rotation may be required. No hospital call or inpatient rounds. This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain State of Alabama Medical License OR must possess Medical License and obtain State of Alabama Medical License within six (6) months from the date of hire.
Three (3) years of employment experience in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required; residency training and fellowship will be accepted as relevant experience.
Must maintain current professional licensure in Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain licensure within ninety (90) days of date of hire.
Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
Must be an eligible Medicare provider.
Must have a working knowledge of computers and electronic health records, with the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Microsoft Office software and etc.
Must understand Family Medical Practice standards of care and agree to compliance and documentation improvement audits by coding and billing staff, Quality Improvement Coordinator, and CMO.
Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and Privacy Act standards
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations
High integrity, detail-oriented, and committed to quality
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proactive in improving processes, practices, and policies
Adaptable communication style; able to assess situations and respond appropriately
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and overcome obstacles
Demonstrates professionalism, earns trust, and serves as a positive role model and cultural ambassador

Nice To Haves

Board Certification in medical specialty preferred.
Experience and ability to supervise professional health care workers in an ambulatory setting preferred.
Basic understanding of procedure (CPT) and diagnosis (ICD-10) codes preferred.
Familiarity with the cultural factors relative to the care of Native Americans preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily ambulatory clinics
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation
Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Complete charting, lab/radiology reviews, and medication refills
Support community health activities as needed

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with employer match
Performance bonuses and COLA increases
Professional insurance paid, medical license paid, professional development plans

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