Family Medicine Physician Job at Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers in Philadelphia, PA

Job Details

Essential Functions:
• Reviews patient’s medical record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.
• Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history.
• Examines patients for symptoms or physical information.
• Orders various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
• Analyzes reports and finding of test examination, and diagnoses condition of patient.
• Administers or prescribes treatments.
• Perform gynecological screening examinations, and basic gynecological problem
• Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule given the patient’s condition and allergies.
• Discusses any possible side effects to medication or immunization with patient.
• Prescribes and administers vaccination to immunize patient from communicable diseases.
• Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for preventing of disease.
• Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient’s well-being.
• Documents the patient’s visit including physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.
• Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
• Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for health wellness, admission to school,
consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and peer review activities as required.
• Participates in rotation of after clinic hours for telephone coverage including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to Mid-level providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Three to five years’ experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Medical Degree from an accredited school required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job satisfactorily.
• Current PA professional license.
• Current DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Certificate.
• Current Board Certification required.
• Current Driver’s license required.
• Current CMEs required.
• BLS certification required.
• Skill proficiency in geriatric, adult medicine, women’s health, and pediatric medicine