Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician - Brawley, California
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Job description
Family Medicine / Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO)
Job Summary
The Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician provides comprehensive, patient-centered medical care to adult or family populations in an outpatient and/or inpatient setting. The physician is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic conditions while promoting preventive health and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive primary care services, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of acute and chronic medical conditions
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Perform routine physical examinations, preventive screenings, and health risk assessments
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in accordance with evidence-based medical guidelines
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Prescribe medications and therapies as appropriate
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Order, interpret, and review diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies
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Educate patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, lifestyle modification, and overall health maintenance
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Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals as needed
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Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and clinical meetings
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Comply with all regulatory, ethical, and professional standards of medical practice
Qualifications
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Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
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Completion of an accredited Family Medicine or Internal Medicine residency program
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Board-eligible or board-certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
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Active or eligible medical license in the practicing state
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DEA registration or eligibility
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Strong clinical, diagnostic, and communication skills
Preferred Skills
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Ability to manage a broad patient population across varying levels of complexity
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Commitment to high-quality, patient-focused care
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Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
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Proficiency with electronic health record systems
Work Environment
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Outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital, or mixed setting depending on practice needs
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Full-time or part-time schedules may be available
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Call responsibilities may vary by practice model