Commonwealth Medical Services·Indiana, Pennsylvania
The physician will provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, focusing on preventive care, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Key duties include performing examinations, developing treatment plans, ordering tests, performing office procedures, and coordinating care with specialists.
A healthcare organization is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine Physician to provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services for patients across the lifespan. This role emphasizes preventive care, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions, continuity of care, and long-term patient relationships within a clinic-based environment. Key Responsibilities Provide outpatient primary care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients Perform patient histories, physical examinations, and routine clinical assessments Diagnose and manage acute illnesses and chronic medical conditions Deliver preventive care including health screenings, immunizations, and wellness visits Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Order, interpret, and document laboratory and diagnostic test results Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice Coordinate care with specialists and ancillary services as needed Educate patients and families on disease prevention, health maintenance, and self-management Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives Practice Setting Outpatient primary care clinic No inpatient rounding or hospital call responsibilities Scheduled clinic hours with limited after-hours responsibilities depending on organizational needs Patient Population Patients across the lifespan Broad range of preventive, acute, and chronic care needs Work Environment Ambulatory primary care practice within a collaborative, team-based care model Emphasis on continuity of care, prevention, and population health initiatives
MD or DO from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state DEA registration or eligibility Skills & Competencies Broad clinical knowledge in outpatient primary care Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care Ability to manage multiple patient needs efficiently in a clinic setting
Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and complete an accredited Family Medicine residency program. Applicants must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine and eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state.
Market context
Physician openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing clinical coverage needs and specialty demand, so competition can be strongest for roles that require board eligibility, Pennsylvania licensure or IMLC eligibility, and preferred fellowship or EPIC experience. Benefits and requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure path and highlight any EPIC or fellowship experience in your materials.
