Primary Care Provider
2 days ago
Far Rockaway
Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Primary Care Provider delivers high-quality, compassionate, comprehensive primary care services at Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center (JPAFHC). This role emphasizes preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education, with a focus on serving medically underserved and culturally diverse populations. The PCP works as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary care team to improve health outcomes and advance health equity. RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Care · Deliver comprehensive, patient-focused primary care for adults. · Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up in accordance with evidence-based guidelines. · Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and behavioral health concerns. · Conduct preventive care services such as annual physicals, screenings, immunizations, and health education. · Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, imaging, and specialty referrals as appropriate. · Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth as needed. Care Coordination & Team Collaboration · Work collaboratively with nurses, medical assistants, behavioral health providers, case managers, and dental providers. · Participate in team huddles, care planning, and quality improvement activities. · Coordinate care transitions, referrals, and follow-up services to ensure continuity of care. · Maintain effective communication with specialty providers, hospitals, and community resources. · All providers will share responsibility for on-call coverage, ensuring patient care needs are met outside regular clinic hours. Compliance & Documentation · Document all encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. · Adhere to federal and state regulatory requirements, including HRSA, UDS, OSHA, and infection control standards. · Comply with FQHC-specific requirements such as sliding fee scale documentation, enabling services referrals, and quality reporting. Quality & Performance Improvement • Participate in quality initiatives such as PCMH, meaningful use, HEDIS/UDS measures, and population health programs., • Use evidence-based practices to contribute to the improvement of clinical workflows., • Follow protocols that support value-based care and improved patient outcomes., • Required to take part in peer review activities to ensure adherence to clinical standards and best practices. Community & Mission Engagement • Support the mission and values of the JPAFHC to provide accessible, equitable, and culturally competent care., • Participate in outreach, health education events, and collaborations with community partners as needed. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS • Competitive salary with eligibility for productivity or quality incentives., • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision., • Automatic 1% payroll deduction into 403(b) retirement account, • Paid time off, CME days and stipend., • Eligibility for NHSC and state loan repayment programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required · Licensed Physician (MD/DO), in New York State · Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine. · Current DEA registration: ability to obtain X-Waiver/MAT certification if required. · Current BLS/CPR certification. · Experience or strong interest in working with underserved populations. Preferred · Experience in an FQHC or community health setting. · Familiarity with value-based care, population health, and trauma-informed care. · Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) highly desirable. · Experience with eClinicalWorks EHR systems Work Environment & Physical Requirements · Outpatient clinic setting with possible satellite site coverage. · Must be able to work extended hours or occasional weekends as needed. · Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.