Family Medicine Physician

ChesPenn Health Services is seeking an experienced, patient-focused Family Medicine Physician to provide primary care to adults and children at our Federally Qualified Health Center in Chester, PA.

Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited school of medicine. Satisfactory completion of an approved residency program in stated specialty.

* Experience in ambulatory primary care, community health preferred.

* Unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. Board eligibility in specialty required, Board Certification is preferred.

* DEA Certification.

* Current COVID-19 and flu vaccine required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Good written and verbal communication skills

* Strong diagnostic and critical thinking skills

* Positive, enthusiastic, and inclusive demeanor while directly working with patients

* Understanding of trauma-informed care principles preferred

* Ability to work harmoniously as part of a health care team

* Possession of a valid driver’s license and a licensed automobile preferred

* Ability to meet approved minimal physical and medical standards

Scope of responsibilities:

Clinical:

* Provide well care for patients as it applies to routine and screening physical examinations.

* Manage acute and chronic illnesses in an ambulatory environment.

* Perform follow-up examinations on patients referred to medical specialists.

* Educate patients in regard to health and education and the need for continued medical care.

* Work cooperatively with other professionals and paraprofessionals including registered nurses, medical technicians, medical office assistants, and medical records clerks.

* Act as supervising physician for nurse practitioners and physician assistants of the health center.

* Provide emergency telephone coverage according to rotation schedule including weekends and holidays.

* Maintain confidentiality of information about patients and their families.Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor towards patients, staff, members and guests of ChesPenn

* Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Productivity:

* Maintain a high productivity level based on BPHC grant standards, with respect to the total number of patients to which professional services are rendered, annual patient encounters, and annual visits per patient.

* Record-keeping / Administration:

* Maintain and update patient records appropriately in Electronic Medical Record

* Develop and maintain good working relationships with community agencies and area hospitals.

* Conduct or lead medical and community health projects as requested.

* Participate in the development of the annual medical health care plan.

* Consistently participate in continuing medical education activities.

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