Physician

Position Summary

The Physician provides comprehensive primary care services to a diverse patient population in accordance with Medical Associates Plus’s mission as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role includes delivering high-quality, compassionate care in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The physician collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support care coordination, prevention, and education efforts in the community.

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Responsibilities: and Duties

• Clinical Excellence & Patient Care
• Conduct physical examinations, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses for assigned patients.
• Perform medical procedures, prescribe treatments, and refer patients as appropriate.
• Ensure proper documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) within 72 hours of the patient encounter.
• Provide emergency medical care in accordance with BLS/ACLS standards.
• Serve as a front-line provider in disaster/emergency response efforts.

• Compliance & Quality Care
• Ensure care delivery aligns with all applicable standards, including HRSA, UDS, HEDIS, PCMH, HIPAA, OSHA, and Joint Commission (if applicable).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and internal audits.
• Adhere to GFE requirements by providing patients with cost estimates upon request or when applicable.
• Ensure all eligible patients are screened and informed about the Sliding Fee Discount Program in compliance with federal guidelines.

• Team Leadership & Support
• Supervise and guide clinical support staff in delivering patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with the CMO and administrative leadership in developing protocols, health strategies, and clinical workflows.
• Participate in peer reviews, committee assignments, and staff training initiatives.

• Community Engagement
• Promote health education, preventive care, and wellness within the clinic and broader community.
• Represent the organization at community events and health initiatives, supporting outreach and population health goals.