It is the responsibility of the Staff Physician – MD/DO – to act as a clinical leader by providing high quality primary care services to HealthRIGHT360 (HR360) patients in an integrated delivery model, and promoting team functioning.
Coverage can be provided by the on-call staff either at the ICC (1563 Mission Street) or our San Mateo MAT Clinic (117 San Mateo Drive).
Clinical Care Responsibilities:
Provides comprehensive care, within the scope of credentialed privileges and standardized procedures, to HR360 patients within an integrated delivery model according to pre-arranged schedules, documenting care promptly and following charting protocols and applicable CA state licensing requirements
Completes patient sessions in a timely manner; ensures appropriate follow-up for all aspects of ordered care (e.g., specialty referrals, laboratory results, radiology reports, etc.); responds to patient requests for information and assistance (e.g., form completion, prescription refills, etc.) in a timely manner
Works collaboratively with mental health staff to facilitate integration between primary care and mental health in order to improve patient outcomes
Provides on-call after-hours availability on a rotating basis, as requested by supervisor; obtains and maintains licensure, DEA registration and BCLS/CPR certification
Attends continuing professional education programs, at the request or with the approval of supervisor, demonstrating participation in required hours of continuing medical education according to California law.
Organizational Responsibilities: Completes all mandatory trainings as required.
And, other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Required:
Graduation from an accredited allopathic or osteopathic medical school
Possession of a valid California license as a physician
Possession of national board certification in appropriate field.
Possession of BCLS/CPR certification
Possession of DEA Controlled Substances Registration Certificate
Minimum 2-3 years of practice in community health center or relevant practice/experience
Desired:
Experience with EPIC
Experience working with populations with varying lifestyles, ages, sexual orientations, ethnic and culture backgrounds and economic status
Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self sufficiency
Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese or other Medicaid threshold languag
Knowledge and Skills
Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word Outlook and internet applications.
Knowledge of third party payer regulations, California practice guidelines and malpractice laws, Title 22, HIPAA regulations, Bureau of Primary Health Care FQHC program regulations.