Family Practice Physician

• Description GCH is dedicated to providing our employees not just a job, but a career where they can grow and have their voices heard.
• GCH offers an extensive benefits discount including: Professional Development Packages (shared governance committees, tuition reimbursement, & education/licensure assistance) Competitive compensation, generous PTO, full benefits package, IPERS, and employee discounts for GCH & Clinic services Work/Life Balance Perks (free fitness center membership, discounted personal training, discounted meals, & EAP) JOB SUMMARY: The Physician provides comprehensive primary care and emergency services to patients across all age groups.
• Responsibilities include diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, performing examinations and procedures, prescribing treatments, and promoting preventive health measures.
• This role ensures high-quality, evidence-based care in compliance with regulatory standards.
• ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Conduct comprehensive physical exams and interpret diagnostic tests. · Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic illnesses across patient populations. · Order and interpret laboratory, radiographic, and diagnostic tests. · Formulate differential diagnoses and develop multidisciplinary care plans. · Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in compliance with state and federal regulations. · Provide emergency care and stabilization as needed, following BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and NRP standards. · Deliver inpatient attending coverage when necessary and/or scheduled. · Educate patients, families, and communities on health promotion and disease prevention. · Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. · Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development. · Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standards. · Promote patient and staff safety in all aspects of care.

This job description outlines key responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Duties may change as organizational needs evolve.

Requirements

· Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree with completed residency. · Current Iowa Medical License, DEA, and CSA registration · Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred. · Dependent Adult & Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training. · Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. · Excellent communication and patient education abilities.