Primary Care Physician | Central Austin

Description:

A mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Austin, Texas is seeking a Primary Care Physician (MD or DO) to join its outpatient clinical team. This role provides the opportunity to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based primary care to patients across the lifespan while working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary care model.

This physician will provide direct patient care, support coordinated and integrated services, and will play a meaningful role in improving health outcomes for underserved populations in the community. Great support with a 2/1 MA to Provider ratio and beautiful new clinic sites. Loan repayment options available for $25,000/yr, tax free!

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services for patients of all ages, from pediatrics through geriatrics
• Conduct patient evaluations, including medical histories, physical exams, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care
• Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, and complex medical conditions
• Prescribe medications and treatment plans in accordance with Connecticut state regulations and clinical guidelines
• Educate patients on disease prevention, health maintenance, diet, activity, and lifestyle modifications
• Refer patients to specialists or higher levels of care as clinically appropriate
• Document patient encounters thoroughly and accurately in the medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, utilization reviews, and quality assurance activities
• Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to support efficient, coordinated patient care
• Participate in limited phone-call rotation as required
• Contribute to the training and mentorship of future family physicians

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited residency program in an appropriate specialty
• Board Certified or Board Eligible preferred
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license
• Experience in an outpatient primary care or community health setting preferred
• Strong interest in serving low-income, multicultural, and underserved patient populations
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment

Practice Environment & Expectations

• Outpatient, community-based primary care setting
• Team-based model with strong clinical support
• Participation in quality, policy, and workflow development activities
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of community health

Skills & Focus Areas

• Family Medicine / Primary Care
• Chronic Disease Management
• Preventive Care
• Population Health
• Quality Improvement
• Team-Based Care
• Care Coordination