Internal Medicine Physician Health Center Gaithersburg

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

General Summary:

• The Staff Physician is responsible for managing the diagnosis and efficient and effective treatment of Health Center patients to include a therapeutic health service that focuses on health restoration, health maintenance and disease prevention. Providing patient exams and consultations striving to reach 10 patient visits per 4-hour session.
• The Staff Physician is responsible for participating in the Center’s Quality Performance Improvement program.
• The Staff Physician advises management on clinical matters and the results of any external audits, clinical quality problems and the progress of quality improvement efforts.
• The Staff Physician maintains in compliance with Federal, State, and Local health care regulations as well as the Joint Commission standards.
• Primary medical care will be provided in a culturally competent manner to a medically underserved, low income, uninsured patient population.
• After hours coverage will be maintained as appropriate.
• Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required (if applicable):

• Medical Doctor with current Maryland licensure free from restrictions or limitations.
• DEA registered
• CDS licensed
• CPR certified

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Graduation from an accredited school of medicine and successful completion of a residency program. Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in acute care setting, preferably a community health center serving culturally diverse and underserved patient populations. A minimum of two years supervisory experience required. Experience in the development and management of quality, risk, and utilization review processes. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Bilingual preferred, Able to use computers. Reads, writes, speaks and comprehends English.

Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions: The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

• Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.