Physician Internal Medicine - Surprise

POSITION SUMMARY

The Family Medical Physician is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management and/or referral of the health problems and maintenance of the client’s health by means of preventive care and health promotion. Will perform assignments which can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures.  Will comply with organization and department policies.

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day.  Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Compassion
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Learning
• Respect
• Sustainability

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited medical school program
• Completion of an accredited United States Family Practice Residency program
• Board certified or board eligible
• Valid Arizona medical license
• Valid DEA certificate
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical methods and techniques
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with clients, associates and the general public
• Basic business English, spelling and punctuation skills
• Basic computer efficiency
• Valid AZ driver’s license
• Commitment to Adelante Healthcare mission, vision, and values
• Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status
• Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Health Care Delivery

• Reports to the Regional Medical Director
• Provide high quality health care services including the following:
  • Accessible and available health services to patients for which the Provider is credentialed and privileged.

• • Education of and effective communication with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the health care system
  • Treatment that is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnoses
  • Appropriate, accurate and complete electronic medical record entries, in a timely manner
  • Adequate and appropriate transfer of information for continuity of care