Family Medicine Opening in Sacramento, CA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Family Practice-Without OB
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Sacramento, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
5/13/24
**Street Medicine Provider opportunities in Sacramento, CA**
- California's state capital - 1.5 million person population
**Position Overview:**
- Full-time, permanent positions
- Seeking Street Medicine Providers (MD/DO and NP/PA)
- The Street Medicine Provider is responsible for providing direct medical care to people experiencing homelessness in the community.
- This includes providing primary care, mental health care, and substance abuse treatment.
- The Street Medicine Provider will also work to build relationships with people experiencing homelessness and connect them to other resources in the community.
**Benefits:**
- Proud to offer an exciting benefits package to qualifying full-time employees which can support your health, your family, and help you plan for the future.
- 403B retirement savings account with up to 4% employer matching contribution and 100% immediate vesting.
- Healthcare: Medical (Kaiser or Western Health Advantage Options), Dental, Vision - Individual and family plans available
- Company funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help pay for out-of-pocket costs related to medical coverage
- FSA Plans: 2 options for Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- Company paid basic Life and AD&D Insurance. (supplemental life and AD&D options available)
- Optional Critical Illness, Accident, ID Theft Protection and Pet insurance potions
- 4 weeks of accrued paid time off and paid holidays.
- Malpractice/Tail Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan with five (5) free counseling visits, financial services, legal services, and a plethora of online resources.
- Health Center is NHSC qualified for State Loan Repayment Program
- Tuition Reimbursement program, CME/CEU reimbursement and time off program.
**What we are looking for:**
(The successful candidate will be willing and able to:)
- Provide direct medical care to people experiencing homelessness, including physical exams, medication management, and referrals to other medical providers.
- Build relationships with people experiencing homelessness and work to understand their needs.
- Connect people experiencing homelessness to other resources in the community, such as housing, food, and employment.
- Advocate for the rights of people experiencing homelessness and work to improve the quality of their lives.
- Participate in outreach and education activities to raise awareness of the health needs of people experiencing homelessness.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Complete all required paperwork and reports.
**Qualifications:**
(The successful candidate has:)
- At least 1-2 years of clinical experience working with underserved, low-income persons or homeless persons preferred.
- Current BLS and DEA certification
- Bilingual in English and Russian, Farsi, Pashto/Pushto, or Spanish speaking preferred
(Nurse Practitioner:)
- Current California RN/NP/NPF License.
- Current Nurse Practitioner board certification.
(Physician Assistant:)
- California Physician Assistant License
- Physician Assistant Certificate
- NCCPA board certification
(MD/ DO:)
- Must be board certified or eligible in Internal, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics
- Fully licensed to practice in the state of California with no restrictions
**About the Medical Group:**
- Federally Qualified Health Center committed to providing quality health care for all, with a focus on underserved and immigrant populations.
- More than a dozen practice sites throughout Sacramento, including mobile clinics.
- Clinicians emphasize comprehensive and compassionate primary care with a focus on prevention, wellness, health education, and disease management.
- Medical group uses an integrated health model including pediatrics, family practice, dental services, and behavioral health.
- Offers an exciting, collegial and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference in peoples lives every day.
**About the location:**
Sacramento has been ranked as one of the best cities to live in California with its affordable housing, mild weather and the many nearby places to see and spend time with family. Its family-friendly atmosphere was, in fact, listed as one of the reasons for its placement on its list. The cost of living and proximity to the many activities and cities northern California has to offer. Sacramento has a lot to offer.