CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled (First review September 16, 2022; bi-weekly reviews to follow)
POSITION: LRCHC Medical Provider - includes Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician's Assistant
SALARY: $180,000.00
REPORTS TO: Medical Director
LOCATION: Lake Roosevelt Community Health Centers - Inchelium and/or Keller
The LRCHC Medical Providers work under the direction of the Medical Director and Executive Director to fulfill the health centers mission. A Medical Provider is responsible for providing ambulatory patient care as a health center clinician with a full panel of patients providing high quality medical care, meeting UDS benchmarks, contact compliance and strategic planning. A Medical Provider must be compassionate, approachable, responsible, and trustworthy. Cultural sensitivity is a key component of this position. Participates with Quality Improvement and patient staffing and collaboration with other facility staff and outside providers. Monitors patient and recommends specialized care referrals. Provides complete, comprehensive, family-oriented outpatient care for patients throughout their life cycle, including health examination and treatment of medical conditions, to include follow-up and any problems detected. Coordinates care with the Medical Case Manager.
Ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of medical care.
Ensuring that all healthcare regulations and safety standards are met.
Conducts routine check-ups of patients to assess their health condition and detect possible issues/medical condition.
Works closely with the behavioral health program to provide integrated care.
Works as a team member to foster teamwork with clinical and non-clinical staff.
Giving appropriate advice for health habits (diet, hygiene, etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall health.
Examination methodologies and diagnostics for patient care. Asking intuitive questions to discover causes of illness.
Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient's medical history
Prescribe and interpret lab tests to obtain more information for underlying infections of abnormalities.
Prescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administration.
Ensure patient is aware of and understands any new medication and/or dose changes and provide an updated order to pharmacy.
Collaborate with other physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other departments to form a high performing medical team.
Examine and provide treatments to injuries and refer patients to other physicians when needed.
Keep records of patient's diseases, operations, and other significant information (e.g., allergic episodes).
Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patients.
Remain up to date with developments and best practices in medicine by attending conferences and seminars.
Reviews policies and procedures and makes recommendations for consideration.
Participates on the Controlled Substance Committee and monthly chart reviews.