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Primary Care - Physician - Full Time
Addison, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Urgent Care
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location San Antonio, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/13/14

JOB SUMMARY:

Subject to the standards of care adopted by Physician Association and the Chief Medical Officer of Concentra and in cooperation with other physicians assigned to a clinic or Center, Physician shall provide quality health care in an efficient, cost-effective and caring manner. Directly reports to Center Medical Director.

Ensures the delivery of exceptional customer service by putting all customers (internal and external) first and displaying:

  • A healing focus
  • A selfless heart
  • A tireless resolve

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with standards of care
  • Establishes and monitors appropriate level of care for center patient
  • Completes all medical record documentation appropriately after each patient encounter or prior to the end of the shift
  • Works with Center Medical Director to ensure operations are consistent with medical and professional standards of care, Physician Association and Concentra.
  • Recommends potential growth opportunities for new or existing services within the Center.
  • Meets with Concentras Medical Director or designate to discuss quality of patient care, review policies, procedures, outcomes reports, and records.
  • Assists in scheduling and medical coverage for company owned or Physician Association managed centers.
  • Participates in quality management processes including encouragement of clinical support staff to assure proficiency in the delivery of clinical support activities.
  • Assures personal compliance with licensing, certification and accrediting bodies.

o Participates in development and presentation of in-service and continuing education programs for physicians, medical support staff, and other personnel of Physician Association or Concentra

o In the absence of Center Medical Director, provides guidance to other medical personnel and center colleagues

  • Calls patients to ensure their well-being as needed following center visits
  • Participates in the local primary care on-call program of Concentra and Association
  • Assists in the coordination of patient services, including but not limited to specialty referrals, durable medical equipment and home health care

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Clinic environment
  • Minimal travel

Concentra's Data Protection Commitment
* Concentra is committed to protect patient data and to ensure privacy of personal and medical information.
* Every Concentra colleague has the responsibility to adhere to data protection principles.
* If a colleague's role includes handling or processing sensitive data, role-specific policies and requirements apply to ensure the protection of patient information.


JOB-RELATED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • Working knowledge of medical office administration and procedures.
  • Basic computer skills and preferably experience with electronic health records.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Superior customer service and bed side manner skills.
  • Critical thinking, deductive reasoning and decision making skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to instruct and teach.
  • Ability to work in a team environment that is dedicated to patient care.
  • Knowledge of Medicare guidelines and coverage
  • Knowledge of HEDIS quality indicators.
  • Maintain licensure and skills.
  • Attain and/or maintain board certification.