Physician - Family Medicine (5290)
LIFELONG MEDICAL CARE·Oakland, California
LIFELONG MEDICAL CARE·Oakland, California
Provide comprehensive preventive and primary health services to underserved populations within a multidisciplinary team model. Responsibilities include performing physical examinations, formulating care plans, and collaborating with case managers and behavioral health services.
Compensation: MD/DO $203,652.80 - $225,118.40 /year depending on years since licensed and pro-rated to FTE, sign-on bonus, and excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (Dependent & Domestic Partner Coverage) Health Saving Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 10 Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation and Paid Sick leave CME Allowance and Paid Time Off to complete License & DEA Renewal Reimbursement Administrative Time (12.5%) included in work week to allow for better work life balance Malpractice Coverage Flexible Schedule Loan Repayment Program - LifeLong is a qualified site for federal and state loan repayment programs (HPSA score is 20). Acceptance rates may vary year to year based on funding levels and the number of applicants. Responsibilities Provides preventive and primary health services in a Community Health Clinic setting. Acts as advocate for clients. Consults with other health team members including case managers. Maintains client records necessary for clinic reporting and billing. Performs history and physical examinations of patients, assess clinical status of patients, and establishes and maintains medical records. Orders and/or performs laboratory and screening tests; request outside consultations and evaluations as needed. Plans a program of care and formulates problem lists based on clinical findings; recommend treatment and medication; provide follow-up care. Provides education, verbal and written, as well as counseling to patients, families, and caregivers. Recognizes and evaluates situations which call for immediate attention of a physician and institute, when necessary, treatment procedures essential for the life of the patient. Supports and or participates in triage functions both by phone and walk-in. Other duties as assigned. QualificationsJOB QUALIFICATIONS: Commitment to providing primary care services for the underserved with demonstrated ability and sensitivity in working with people from low-income populations with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic, and cultural origins. Ability to take the initiative, work independently and make sound judgments within established guidelines; understand and apply oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relations with staff, clinical providers, managers, and external agencies or organizations. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds and be culturally sensitive. Be creative and mature with a “can do,” proactive attitude. Strong organizational, administrative, multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a positive, friendly manner and to be flexible and adaptive to change. Work in a team-oriented environment with several professionals with different work styles and support needs. Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident, and sensitive staff. Ability to continuously scan the environment, identifying opportunities for improvement and intersections with other departments of LifeLong Medical Care and partner organizations. Job Requirements: Current California MD license. Training and experience in family practice with board eligibility or certification in family medicine required. Interest in working with a diverse patient population in a community-based organization and sensitivity to their needs and health problems; commitment to a community health philosophy of prevention and primary care. Experience with electronic health records. DEA CAQH PAVE/ORP Job Preferences: Community Health Center experience. Experience as part of a team-based care model. EMR Epic experience.
Requires a current California MD license and board eligibility or certification in family medicine. Candidates must have experience with electronic health records and a demonstrated commitment to working with diverse, low-income populations.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
