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Job Description:
nJOB SUMMARY
nProvides high quality primary care to individuals, families, and groups of Community Health Center clients according to established professional and medical standards. Works collaboratively with other health care team members to meet both acute care, and health maintenance needs of clients. Maintains hospital privileges as necessary according to local institution's standards and requirements. Maintains professional licensure as appropriate. Fully established practice standards for productivity and appropriate utilization of care.
nClinical
nnnProvides ongoing high quality primary care to clients. Performs clinical procedures competently. Cares for acutely ill clients in in-patient or emergency room setting as necessary.
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nnParticipates in an on call coverage system providing 24 hour care for clients as necessary.
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nnWorks collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team members providing medical support and consultation as necessary.
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nnMaintains and documents the problem oriented medical record accurately after each client visit and monitors health maintenance checks of patient panel.
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nnParticipates in other health care activities as agreed, e.g. school based clinic consultant, SNF care.
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n nAdministrative
nnnMaintains board certification/licensure. Attends continuing education programs. Maintains involvement in professional organizations as necessary. Meets hospital medical staff requirements as necessary.
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nnCollaborate with office manager and clerical/clinical staff to promote the smooth functioning of the medical component meeting client's health care needs.
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nnParticipates with Community Health Center management in developing and achieving optimal clinical performance and organizational goals for productivity and utilization.
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n nBASE COMPENSATION RANGES
nnnPhysician: MD/DO from approved medical/osteopathy school. Graduate of an accredited residency program in family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, or OB/GYN. Board certified within 24 months of commencing employment at Community Health Center. Pay Range: $200,000 - $280,000**
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nnAPRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse): Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing program with a specialty as a family nurse practitioner. Maintains board certification as a family nurse practitioner. Maintains appropriate board certification, licensure, and professional organizations. Pay Range: $120,000 - $170,000**
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nnPA (Physician Assistant): Graduate of an accredited Master program in the study of physician assistant. Maintains appropriate board certification, licensure, and professional organizations. Pay Range: $120,000 - $170,000**
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n n** This pay range represents both the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary, as well as the top hourly rate or annual full time salary for all positions which this job grade or position falls within. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
nQUALITFICATIONS AND PREFERRED SKILLS
nnnCHC requires as a condition of employment current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification. The only acceptable alternative is current American Heart Association BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers certification.
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nnCommunicates effectively with clients and staff. Documents interaction clearly and concisely in the medical record. Requires effective communication skills at all levels of interaction. Required to develop bilingual capacity as dictated by needs of the site.
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n nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
nnModerate physical activity level, i.e. walking, standing. Potential blood born pathogen/chemical hazard exposure.
n nWORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS
nnHours as agreed. Clinical schedule arranged to include office hours, hospital rounds, etc. One evening office session per week. and one weekend session
n nConfidentiality of Information
nnConfidentiality of business information is a requirement. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies
n nOrganizational Summary:
nWe qualify for NHSC Scholars for Medical, Mental Health & Dental practitioners!
nAs a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Community Health Center Inc. is proud to serve as an eligible practice site for clinicians participating in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Programs and multiple HRSA loan repayment programs across Medical, BH and Dental. Community Health Center Inc. maintains strong HPSA scores of 21 for primary medical care, 21 for mental health, and 25 for dental services . Eligible providers who join Community Health Center Inc. may qualify for valuable financial assistance programs, including NHSC Loan Repayment, SUD Loan Repayment, Nursecorp LRP as well as the Connecticut Student Loan Repayment Program (CT SLRP)-which mirrors the HRSA-administered National Health Service Corps (NHSC) program and other HRSA supported workforce incentive initiatives designed to recruit and retain healthcare professionals dedicated to community-based primary care. Our organization's mission-driven commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality care to underserved communities in designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) aligns directly with NHSC, HRSA & CT SLRP program requirements.
nLocation:
nCommunity Health Center of Danbury
nCity:
nDanbury
nState:
nConnecticut
nTime Type:
nFull time
nCompensation and Benefits:
nSee job description
nAt Moses/Weitzman Health System, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, professional growth, and financial security of our employees. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive total rewards package that can include competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, professional development and tuition assistance programs, employee assistance resources, flexible work arrangements where applicable, and other company-sponsored benefits. Specific benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary based on position, work location, scheduled hours, and applicable plan terms. Learn more about our benefits and career opportunities on our Careers website.
nMWHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Worksite address
danbury, CT, 06813, US
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