Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Community health center delivering primary care

Family Medicine Physician - Primary Care

Physicians & SurgeonsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWorcester, MA, USA$210k - $230k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school with an M.D. or D.O.
Hold a Massachusetts Board of Registration license to practice medicine.
Complete a Family Medicine Residency program.
Obtain American Board of Medical Specialties Board Certification in Family Medicine within one year of residency completion or be Board Eligible; an eligibility letter is required.

Responsibilities

Provide medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illnesses, or requests for preventive health services.
Examine patients, formulate diagnostic plans, and order diagnostic testing; interpret examination findings and test results and implement treatment plans.
Provide medical care and perform procedures within the scope of reproductive and pregnancy health, including IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals, cervical examinations, and prenatal care when appropriate.
Determine the need for consultation and assist in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists; participate in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
Prescribe pharmaceuticals and other medications and assess the effectiveness of medications and treatment regimens appropriate for patients’ medical conditions.
Meet the Health Center’s annual productivity goal.
Maintain and update electronic health records in a systematic format and complete required documentation within 48 hours.
Participate in after-hours and weekend call on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.
Lead care for an assigned diverse panel of patients, managing chronic diseases and treating acute conditions across the full lifespan.
Work collaboratively with the clinical practice team to provide high-quality patient care according to the patient-centered medical home model.

Are you looking for a meaningful career caring for our communities most vulnerable populations?

Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Summary
The Family Physician is a member of the clinical practice team and works collaboratively with other staff members to provide high quality patient care according to the PCMH model. The Family Physician will lead the care for their own diverse panel of patients. This Provider will manage chronic diseases and treat acute conditions in patients across the full life span. Family Medicine Physicians at Kennedy Community Health will have the opportunity to work in partnership with the numerous other disciplines offered at the health center including mental and behavioral health, pharmacy, OBAT program, Reproductive Health, Dental and Optometry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provides medical care to patients with acute medical problems, chronic illnesses, or requesting preventive health services.
Examines patients, formulates diagnostic plans, and orders diagnostic testing. Interprets examination findings and test results and implements treatment plans.
Provides medical care and performs procedures within the scope of reproductive/pregnancy health including IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals, cervical examinations, and when appropriate providing prenatal care to pregnant patients.
Determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists. Participates in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
Prescribes and assesses effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate for patient’s medical conditions.
Meets the Health Center’s annual productivity goal.
Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within 48 hours.
Participate in after hours and Weekend call on a rotating basis according to the schedule assigned by the Medical Director.

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited medical school (M.D., or D.O.).
MA Board of Registration to practice medicine.
Completion of an Family Medicine Residency program.
Board Certification in Family Medicine (ABMS Board) within 1 year of Residency completion or Board Eligible (Eligibility letter will be needed)

Benefits

$210,000-$230,000/yr
- All pay rates are subject to experience, licensure or certification, and location
Generous time off package including 4 weeks of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 5 sick days and 3 extended sick days.
32 hours of clinical time and 8 hours of administrative time that can be completed remotely
Eligible to apply for the Federal and State Loan Repayment Programs. Please note these Programs are not administered by Kennedy Community Health, and we do not guarantee awards.
Health Insurance plans starting on day-1 of employment. Employer pays 80% of medical insurance premiums
Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid 100% by employer
Competitive Retirement Plan with company match
CME Reimbursement

About the Company

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Community health center delivering primary care

Kennedy CHC provides primary health care through a network of clinics, dental sites, and school-based health centers in Worcester and nearby communities. Its medical home model teams providers and staff to deliver comprehensive services, including primary and urgent care, dental, nutrition, behavioral health, pharmacy, and health education. The organization differentiates itself by broad access, a culturally representative workforce, and school-based clinics that serve diverse populations, with care available regardless of ability to pay. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering coordinated, patient-centered care and to be the health care provider of choice and a great place to work.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $60K
Headquarters: Worcester, MA
Founded: 1972

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