Physician - Rheumatology examines and diagnoses disorders and diseases of the musculoskeletal system and immune system. Consults with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment. Being a Physician - Rheumatology recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or help diagnose condition. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Physician - Rheumatology requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Rheumatology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the APLA Health Site Medical Director, provides primary medical care for adults at the Long Beach Health Center and other APLA Health clinical sites. The Long Beach Health Center physician participates in forming the health centers’ medical protocols and programs, in accordance with APLA policies. APLA Health’s focus is to provide primary medical care, mental health services and enabling services to low income lesbian, gay, bisexual and gender diverse individuals, as well as persons living with or at risk for HIV infection. The physician will also ensure that the Long Beach Health Center operates in a manner consistent with the community standards of medical practices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
**Work hours beyond clinic hours may be required to complete tasks and documentation.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Possession of a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)Degree and a valid license to practice medicine issued by the California Medical Board with no pending or previous disciplinary action from any state licensing entity. Must have board certification or eligibility in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine or Family Medicine); current DEA license and BCLS certification. Clinical experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or with medically underserved populations is preferred. Experience in utilization review and quality management is preferred. Experience implementing meaningful use indicators; familiarity with requirements and processes to become PCMH certified is preferred. Experience working with electronic health records, preferably eClinicalWorks, preferred. Must be eligible to participate in Medicare, Medi-Cal, F-PACT and other federal health programs. Provider must possess a National Provider Identification (NPI) number and a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.
Once employed, the provider will be required to retain these qualifications throughout the length of employment.
Experience with a panel of continuity patients as a primary care clinician; knowledge of the pathogenesis, transmission, treatment, epidemiology, and prevention of STDs; ability to make expert diagnoses and interpretations; cultural competence in dealing with racially, ethnically, culturally and sexually diverse populations including LGBT; excellent oral and written communication skills;
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. Some local travel/driving required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID vaccination is required or medical/religious exemption.
An Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/ female/transgender/disability/ veteran.
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