Family Medicine Physician - Ferndale, CA

Job Description
Join an outpatient clinic in Ferndale, California, specializing in Family Medicine with a focus on managing a mixed patient population of pediatrics and adults. This locum tenens role offers a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, providing chronic pain management and requiring chart closures within 72 hours. An ideal opportunity for flexible work environments with decision-making typically within 7 to 14 days.

Key Details - Assignment Type: Locum Tenens - Setting: Outpatient Clinic - Start Date: ASAP - Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Patient Population: All Ages - Location: Ferndale, CA - Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive family medicine care with attention to chronic pain management.
- Ensure timely closures of patient charts within a 72-hour window.
- Manage an average patient volume of 18 patient encounters per shift.
- Coordinate care with specialists as needed.

Qualifications
- Must be board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine.
- Active DEA required before the start.
- BLS certification required.
- Experience with IUD insertion and removal preferred.
- Must comply with specific immunization requirements prior to the start date.

Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Skills
- Strong skills in managing both pediatric and adult populations.
- Proficiency in women's health care preferred.
- Well-versed in outpatient family medicine best practices.
- Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate care and manage patient expectations.