Job description

West County Health Centers Inc. is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a national leader in transforming community health centers to patient-focused centers of care. WCHC has a consistent record and reputation of providing the highest standard of care within a community health care setting. WCHC provides access to comprehensive health care services at all our 8 community health center locations throughout West Sonoma County.

In addition to providing critical primary medical care, dental care and behavioral health services, WCHC also serves as a resource for holistic health to include meditation, healthy cooking, stress reduction and other classes that support communities in living a healthy lifestyle.

We are looking to fill openings at our 3 (CA based) clinics: Occidental, Sebastopol, and Guerneville

JOB SUMMARY: The staff physician is a credentialed, licensed physician who is a salaried (exempt) employee who provides primary care medical services in a Patient Centered Health Home. HIV specialty a plus!

If you are interested in working in a progressive, patient-focused environment where staff are valued and supported to do their best work, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration. We offer full medical, dental, vision, section 125 flexible spending and sick & vacation benefits, along with a retirement and 403b plan.

This role will be responsible for:

• Provide medical services to include acute care, periodic re-evaluations, and management of chronic conditions. May include services in specialized areas (such as obstetrics and HIV/AIDS) as required.
• Provide leadership within Care Team to encourage effective support for patient self-management, effective coordination of care across health system, reduction of unnecessary utilization of medical services, optimal health outcomes, and maximized experience of care received through West County Health Centers.
• Provide leadership in population management of the Care Team patient panel using population data.
• Participate in Care Team meetings to include daily huddles, monthly care team meetings, complex care case conferences and other related meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement, quality assurance, and innovation activities to ensure optimal level of care delivery at West County Health Centers.
• Actively work with Care Team to optimize efficiency, team collaboration, and communication.
• Assist in the coordination of warm hand-offs or "Transfer of Trust" between Care Team, Behavioral Health Staff, or other support services during the office visit.
• Document care in the electronic medical record and appropriately complete necessary documentation of care provided.
• Maintain hospital privileges, licensure, CPR, and DEA certification, as well as other certifications and licenses as required.
• Share on-call and hospital rounding responsibilities with other physicians, and provide billing information for all off-site encounters.
• Full-time physicians will generally work four on-site clinical days, plus on-call, and share Saturday clinic hours. Hours and schedules will be as assigned.
• Maintain ongoing clinical competence through formal and informal Continuing Medical Education activities.

Experience & Qualifications:

• MD or DO licensed in California, with Board Certification and appropriate experience
• Current CPR certification

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move freely about the office and carry light loads (up to 25 pounds)
• Prolonged standing and occasional sitting required.
• Ability to work with office equipment, including computers

West County Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Clinic

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks are required inside all clinic/office settings; COVID vaccine and booster required for employment.

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• California Medical License (Preferred)
• BLS / CPR Certification (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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