Kinston,
NC
28501
US
Posted: 02/18/2020
2020-02-18
2024-08-26
Job Number: 1182661
Job Description
​​​​Physician – Family Physician
This non-profit primary care, multi-specialty health organization offers a continuum of medical and human services to those in need. An equal opportunity employer that believes in growing and promoting a diverse workforce. We are looking for a Family Medicine Physician to join this humble practice. Someone passionate about serving people and dedicated to making a positive impact on the community. Kinston is located in eastern North Carolina and is an equal distance between the Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area and the beautiful Atlantic beaches. It’s the perfect place to raise a family while building your professional career. This practice believes in growing and promoting a diverse workforce with a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees meet varying needs throughout their careers and lives. Must have COVID Vaccination.Â
Major Duties & Responsibities:
• Provide quality care to patients according to clinical medical protocols and funding source guidelines;
• Examine, diagnose and treat patients of all ages;
• Collect, record, and maintain patient information such as medical history, reports, and examination results;
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures;
• Perform a complete physical exam and records findings;
• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed;
• Synthesize data to determine a diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention;
• Immunize patients to protect them from preventable diseases;
• Collaborate with providers in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients;
• Promotes health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene, and methods for the prevention of disease;
• Instruct patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions, and provide patient education;
• Maintain and review patient records, charts, other pertinent information, post-tests, and examination results;
• Triage patient telephone calls and provide consultation;
• Manage medical and surgical emergencies;
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care between visits;
• Refers patients to a medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for the patient’s well-being;
• Complete all clinical charting in a timely fashion (usually within 48-72 hours) as directed by the medical director;
• Supervise medical assistants and lab personnel in the area of specific support services for patient care delivery;
• Provide medical assistance to other Physicians and mid-level providers as necessary;
• Supervise assigned mid-level providers as needed;
• Attend required meetings and participates in committees/pilot projects as requested;
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations;
• Follow the Federal and/or State guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA);
• Participate in peer review, quality assurance, provider meetings, and other clinical meetings;
• Perform minor surgical procedures;
• Assist in updating protocols and principles of practice as requested;
• Prescribe medication in accordance with North Carolina statute and professional practice guidelines;
• Use oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the company mission;
• Deliver care appropriate for an outpatient, primary care FQHC with a multicultural, multilingual patient population;
• Comply with the regulations and policies required of an FQHC;
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the clinic's Vision, Mission, and Values.
BenefitsÂ
- EMR: Nextgen
- No Call Coverage
- No Weekends
- Does not have to be Board Certified
- Must see newborn to geriatric
- 18-20 daily encounters
- Malpractice coverage from Federal Tort Claims Act (HRSA)
Other benefits include:
- 11 paid holidays
- 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
- 80% Employer-paid health insurance (EE only) to include $50,000 term life
- 50% Employer paid dental insurance (EE only)
- 100% Employer paid Short/Long Term Disability
- 401k Retirement Plan, employer 3% match
- FTCA Malpractice coverage for health care practitioners employed by KCHC
- Continuing Medical Education Professional Development (3-5 days)
- Loan repayment with the National Health Service Corp (HPSA Score 18)
- Sign-on Bonus
- Relocation
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