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Description
Community Health Centers of America is hiring for a Neurologist to work in our family practice clinics in the Merced , CA area. Possibly will also work in contracted long-term care facilities. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients for disorders of the nervous system, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in the clinic setting.
Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals.
Job Description
Clinical Duties:
Obtain, analyze, and interpret patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
Evaluate patients through exams, history, and tests to diagnose and treat conditions such as epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease.
Order, interpret, and analyze neurological tests, including MRIs, CT scans, EEGs, and lumbar punctures.
Prescribe and administer treatments, monitor patient progress, and adjust medication as needed.
Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions.
Counsel patients and their families on neurological disorders, treatment options, and long-term health management.
Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care.
Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
Provide consultative support to other providers in the clinic and affiliated facilities.
Administrative Duties
Maintain complete, accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.
Support the development of clinical protocols and patient education materials.
Participate in teaching opportunities or case conferences, if applicable.
Supervise or coordinate patient care or support staff activities.
Maintain current knowledge of state legal regulations for practice.
Keep abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems.
Practice safe and healthy control methods while working with patients.
Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.
Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol
Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients
Uphold HIPAA regulations
Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts
Competitive Benefits
Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowance
Sign-On Bonus!
Manageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekends
Some flexibility with schedules - great for providers with families/other responsibilities
Night/Weekend call coverage!
Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals
A professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity
A career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is supplied
Access to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available (including, but not limited to Dragon).
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Loan forgiveness
Malpractice insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Visa sponsorship
Vision insurance
License/Certification
California MD/DO license (Required)
Work Location
In person
Schedule
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends
Requirements
Position Requirements
MD or DO from an accredited medical school and completion of residency program.
Board certified or board eligible in Neurology.
Active medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in California.
3-5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Expertise in a wide range of neurological disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems.
Ability to perform and interpret complex diagnostic tests and imaging studies.
Capacity to respond to emergent situations like strokes or seizures and stay current with medical advancements.
Current BLS/ACLS required
Current DEA required
Experience in a multi-specialty or FQHC setting preferred
In depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices
Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Active listening and active learning
Flexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgrounds
Time management skills to be able to see a high number of patients
Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
Critical thinking
Social perceptiveness
Complex problem solving
Respect patient confidentiality
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Worksite address
merced, CA, 95343, US
Who can apply
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