Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.
As a private, non-profit 501(C)(3) community health organization, we serve over 350k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 77k people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you.
As a Neighborhood Physician, you will be part of a Care Team that is focused on providing the very best in patient experience when it comes to receiving comprehensive medical care. Amazing patient experiences begin with amazing providers. Our patients know that every time they walk through our doors, they can expect quality treatment from professionals who care. Through our values of compassion, integrity, professionalism, collaboration, and going above and beyond, we ensure that all patients receive the very best care and support possible.
Responsibilities
- Provide oversight and supervision to advanced practice providers, residents, rotational students, etc.
- Administer or prescribe treatments.
- Discuss potential side effects of medication or immunization with patients.
- Promote health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for the prevention of disease.
- Provide prenatal care to pregnant women and postnatal care to mothers and infants, when appropriate.
- Perform surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency, when appropriate.
- Refer patients to medical specialists for consultant services when necessary.
- Follow up with patients regarding progress in high-risk or emergency cases.
- Conduct physical examinations for various purposes including school admission and insurance eligibility.
Clinical Administration
- Review patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.
- Elicit and record information about the patient’s medical history.
- Examine patients for symptoms or physical information.
- Order and execute various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images.
- Analyze reports and findings to diagnose conditions.
- Determine and prescribe medication, dosage, and schedule.
- Prescribe and administer vaccinations.
- Document patient visits timely, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.
- Keep informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals.
- Regularly check email, mail, voice mail, and other forms of communication.
- Function at the highest level according to credentials and competency.
- Positively impact patient experience by demonstrating values of Transforming Care.
Customer Relations
- Maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public.
- Cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
Requirements
Education: Medical Degree (MD or DO)
Licenses/Certifications:
- CA Medical license
- Board certified in a Primary Care field.
- DEA license
- BLS certification
Experience/Specialized Skills:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) or (English/Arabic) capabilities strongly desired, but not required.
- Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic groups.
Neighborhood Healthcare requires employees to be fully vaccinated (including a booster dose) against COVID-19 and demonstrate proof of vaccination/booster upon hire or receive approval for an exemption based on a medical reason, disability, or religious belief.
Pay range:
- Family Practice: $268-363k, per year depending on experience.
- Internal Medicine: $281-380k, per year depending on experience.
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