Primary Source Activities Jobs in Usa

We're unique. You should be, too.

We're changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?

We're different than most primary care providers. We're rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems. Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the nursing plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/ family/significant other counseling and education.
• Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/ or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/ or psychological problems commonly encountered including the consideration of the patient's cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate.
• Patient management includes the following:
• Writes admission, transfers and discharges orders.
• Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies.
• Orders of appropriate medication and treatments.
• Refers patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.
• Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• May perform invasive procedures independently upon the completion of documented competency.
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences. Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team. Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician, and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
• Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations and to improve processes and service to patients.

• Other Responsibilities may include:

• Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as appropriate.
• Participates in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Initiates arrangements and writes orders for SNF discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically appropriate.
• Introduces self to patient/family and explain nurse practitioner role.
• Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identify post-SNF needs.
• Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient's/family's ability to make informed decisions re: goals of care, palliative care and hospice.
• Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and uses preferred providers when additional services are required.
• Prescribes medication to patients based on State of practice.
• Other duties as assigned and modified at manager's discretion.

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated record of consistently achieving clinical performance metrics in current role
• Strong Critical Thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure
• Must be caring and empathetic and have great listening skills
• Must be detail-oriented, and able to pay close attention to patient charts, medications, and follow-up on details of patient care
• Basic computer skills and some knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

• ARNP or similar advanced degree in Nursing required
• Current Nurse Practitioner Certification in the State of practice required
• Board certification by AANP or ANCC is preferred but may be required for certain States
• Current DEA number from the DEA for schedule II-V controlled substances may be required based on State of practice
• A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred, but willing to consider strong new graduates
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment

PAY RANGE:

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

We're ChenMed and we're transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America's healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We're growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people's lives every single day.

Current Employee apply HERE

Current Contingent Worker please see job aid HERE to apply

• Functions independently as a primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team.
• Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems.
• Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/ family/significant other counseling and education.
• Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/ or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/ or psychological problems commonly encountered including the consideration of the patient's cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate.
• Patient management includes the following: 1) writing admission, transfer and discharge orders; 2) ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies: 3) ordering of appropriate medication and treatments; 4) referring patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.;5) Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences. Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team.
• Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
• Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations and to improve processes and service to patients.
• Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as appropriate.
• Participates in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Initiates arrangements and writes orders for discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically appropriate.
• Advocacy & Education-ensuring the patient has an advocate for needed services and any needed education.
• Introduces self to patient/family and explain primary care provider role.
• Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identify needs.
• Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient's/family's ability to make informed decisions re: goals of care, palliative care and hospice.
• Utilization/Financial Management-managing resource utilization and reimbursement for services.
• Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and uses preferred providers when additional services are required.

• Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving clinical practice.
• Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences.
• Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes.
• Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.

• Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide change.
• Provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g. patients, community, integrated health care teams, and policy makers) to improve health care.
• Demonstrates leadership that uses critical and reflective thinking.
• Advocates for improved access, quality and cost effective health care.
• Advances practice through the development and implementation of innovations incorporating principles of change.
• Communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and in writing.
• Participates in professional organizations and activities that influence health outcomes of a population focus.

• Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality of clinical practice.
• Evaluates the relationships among quality, safety, access, and cost and their influence on health care.
• Evaluates how organizational structure, care processes, financing, marketing and policy decisions impact the quality of health care.
• Applies skills in peer review to promote a culture of excellence.
• Anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality.

• Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge into practice.
• Generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes.
• Applies clinical investigative skills to improve health outcomes.
• Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership with others.
• Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using multiple modalities.
• Analyzes clinical guidelines for individualized application into practice.

• Integrates appropriate technologies for knowledge management to improve health care.
• Translates technical and scientific health information appropriate for various users' needs.
  • Assesses the patient's and caregiver's educational needs to provide effective, personalized health care.
  • Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change.
• Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision making.
• Contributes to the design of clinical information systems that promote safe, quality and cost effective care.
• Uses technology systems, with ongoing learning and updates, which capture data on variables for the evaluation of primary care.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and practice.
• Advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity, quality, and cost.
• Analyzes ethical, legal, and social factors influencing policy development.
• Contributes in the development of health policy.
• Analyzes the implications of health policy across disciplines.
• Evaluates the impact of globalization on health care policy development.

• MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty required
• Must be able to obtain a State Medical License or already have a current, active State Medical License for the state(s) in which he/she will be working
• Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty is preferred. Board Eligibility is required
• Once Board certified, PCP will maintain board certification in their specialty by doing necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required
• Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment.

• Functions independently as a primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team.
• Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems.
• Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/ family/significant other counseling and education.
• Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/ or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/ or psychological problems commonly encountered including the consideration of the patient's cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate.
• Patient management includes the following: 1) writing admission, transfer and discharge orders; 2) ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies: 3) ordering of appropriate medication and treatments; 4) referring patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.;5) Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences. Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team.
• Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
• Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations and to improve processes and service to patients.
• Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as appropriate.
• Participates in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Initiates arrangements and writes orders for discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically appropriate.
• Advocacy & Education-ensuring the patient has an advocate for needed services and any needed education.
• Introduces self to patient/family and explain primary care provider role.
• Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identify needs.
• Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient's/family's ability to make informed decisions re: goals of care, palliative care and hospice.
• Utilization/Financial Management-managing resource utilization and reimbursement for services.
• Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and uses preferred providers when additional services are required.

• Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving clinical practice.
• Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences.
• Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes.
• Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.

• Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide change.
• Provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g. patients, community, integrated health care teams, and policy makers) to improve health care.
• Demonstrates leadership that uses critical and reflective thinking.
• Advocates for improved access, quality and cost effective health care.
• Advances practice through the development and implementation of innovations incorporating principles of change.
• Communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and in writing.
• Participates in professional organizations and activities that influence health outcomes of a population focus.

• Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality of clinical practice.
• Evaluates the relationships among quality, safety, access, and cost and their influence on health care.
• Evaluates how organizational structure, care processes, financing, marketing and policy decisions impact the quality of health care.
• Applies skills in peer review to promote a culture of excellence.
• Anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality.

• Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge into practice.
• Generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes.
• Applies clinical investigative skills to improve health outcomes.
• Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership with others.
• Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using multiple modalities.
• Analyzes clinical guidelines for individualized application into practice.

• Integrates appropriate technologies for knowledge management to improve health care.
• Translates technical and scientific health information appropriate for various users' needs.
  • Assesses the patient's and caregiver's educational needs to provide effective, personalized health care.
  • Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change.
• Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision making.
• Contributes to the design of clinical information systems that promote safe, quality and cost effective care.
• Uses technology systems, with ongoing learning and updates, which capture data on variables for the evaluation of primary care.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and practice.
• Advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity, quality, and cost.
• Analyzes ethical, legal, and social factors influencing policy development.
• Contributes in the development of health policy.
• Analyzes the implications of health policy across disciplines.
• Evaluates the impact of globalization on health care policy development.

• Current licensure in the state of practice is required
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine is preferred, required to successfully achieve Board certification within 2 years
• Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances
• Prefer minimum of one (1) year clinical experience in geriatric, adult of family practice setting
• $214,00/$306,714 Salaried
• Employee Benefits

RWJBarnabas Health, the largest integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is seeking Internal Medicine-Pediatrics and/or full-spectrum Family Medicine trained physicians for employment in Kearny, NJ. These Primary Care Physicians will provide comprehensive medical services to a diverse patient population, specifically ranging from infants to adults. We are recruiting for positions within our RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group Primary and Specialty Care at Kearny.

The primary care physicians will consult with patients of all ages—from newborns to seniors—presenting for care at a designated outpatient office, and such other offices as are reasonably required. Some services will be provided nearby at Jersey City Medical Center. New staff will coordinate with other primary care physicians to assure timely patient scheduling effectively covers call responsibilities at the practice site.

Kearny is ideally situated in close proximity to New York City, offering a convenient commute of approximately 10–12 miles from Manhattan. The area provides easy access to major transportation hubs, including rapid rail and bus options, making it a prime location for those seeking a balance between suburban community and urban accessibility.

Requirements:

Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine-Pediatrics or Family Medicine (to ensure competency in pediatric through geriatric care).

NJ licensed or eligible for licensure in NJ.

We offer extremely competitive compensation plus robust benefits package including: 

• Health insurance

• Malpractice (with tail)

• 401k with company match

• $4,000 annual stipend for CME, Society Memberships, etc.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in learning more about these positions available within our network, please contact Physician Recruiter, Nancy Harbison, at .

Paid Transparency:

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $224,994 to $359,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the evolving needs of residents in New Jersey — whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician, Family or Internal Medicine, at Weeks Medical Center , part of North Country Healthcare . This is an opportunity to join our team in a rural community in northern New Hampshire. Make a meaningful impact by providing comprehensive care to patients in a close-knit, underserved community. Rural medicine allows the delivery of high-quality primary care, including preventive, acute, and chronic disease management, participate in community health initiatives, and promote wellness education

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive primary care, including exams, diagnosis, treatment, and personalized care planning
• Manage both acute concerns and chronic conditions with appropriate follow-up and monitoring
• Deliver preventive care such as immunizations, health screenings, and annual wellness visits
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing; follow up on results and adjust care plans as needed
• Prescribe medications and treatments in alignment with evidence-based best practices
• Educate patients and families on disease prevention, lifestyle changes, and long-term health management
• Coordinate care with specialists and other providers to ensure seamless patient care
• Collaborate with nursing and support staff to promote continuity, quality, and patient-centered care
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws and policies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinic call rotation

Benefits:

• $200,000 Commencement bonus/Retention bonus
• $310,000 base salary PLUS wRVU productivity potential
• Relocation Reimbursement
• 5 weeks of vacation, 5 days sick time
• 1 week CME time and $4,000 CME funds
• Attractive benefit package
• Retirement plans
• Malpractice insurance with tail

Essential Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical College with a Medical Degree
• Successful completion of a ACGME residency program with board certification (or eligible) in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• ACLS and BLS from the American Heart Association are required.

Why Rural New Hampshire?

• Breathtaking Scenery: Enjoy stunning landscapes and outdoor activities year-round.
• Community Connection: Become a valued member of a supportive, small-town community.
• Balanced Lifestyle: Experience a relaxed pace of life with fewer hassles.
• No sales or state income tax!

What We Offer:

• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated medical team.
• Modern Facilities: Access to advanced medical technology.
• Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development.

About Us:

North Country Healthcare is a leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals and delivers integrated patient care through three community critical access hospitals, several rural health clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Member organizations include  Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin,  Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook,  Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, and  North Country Home Health and Hospice Agency in Littleton. NCH is proud to be the largest employer in the North Country.

We offer services in allergy/ENT, addiction & recovery, audiology, cardiac, dermatology, diabetes care/education, emergency medicine, GI, general surgery, hospice & palliative care, imaging, infusion, laboratory & pathology, neurology, OBGYN, orthopaedics, pain management, podiatry, primary care, pulmonary, respiratory, sleep medicine, speech, physical, & occupational therapy, wound care, and MORE!

We would like to introduce you to an exceptional opportunity to practice Primary Care Medicine in Kane, Pennsylvania. UPMC Kane is seeking Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physicians to join our hospital-based clinic for our following practice: UPMC Kane Family Practice.

Kane is nestled in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest with proximity to Twin Lakes and the Allegheny Reservoir. Because we are at nature's doorstep, we have access to some of the best outdoor recreation found in the United States. Whether you prefer hiking and biking to hunting, fishing, cross country skiing and motorized sports, we guarantee there is an activity that you will love.

UPMC Kane, is seeking board eligible or board certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physicians to join the network. Physicians can create a flexible schedule, with no call, creating a sustainable balance between professional goals and personal life!

The position is available immediately. Additionally, First and Second Year Residents are encouraged to apply! Ask about our Residency Stipend, $75,000 Sign On Bonus, and Educational Loan Incentive!

A world-class team of experts - be a part of it!

Candidates can expect:

• No call - 100% outpatient
• Flexible schedule creating a sustainable balance between professional goals and personal life
• Generous annual salary with productivity and quality incentives
• Residency Stipend
• $75,000 Sign On Bonus
• Educational Loan Incentive
• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Paid time off, CME days and CME stipend
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Group Life insurance
• Robust retirement plans
• Tuition assistance for self, dependent and/or spouse/domestic partner
• Customary and reasonable moving expenses
• This position does not offer immigration sponsorship

About UPMC Kane

UPMC Kane is a 31-bed acute care hospital. UPMC's active and consulting medical staff and care providers offer a broad base of primary and specialty care and services including: family and internal medicine, women's health, surgical services, 24 hour Emergency Room (UPMC Hamot physician staffed), Center for Orthopaedics, Interventional Pain Management, the full range of rehabilitation services (physical, occupational, and speech therapies), Cardiac Rehab, UPMC Hamot cardiology and gastroenterology (digestive health) clinics, urology clinic, and eye (cataract surgery).

About Kane, PA

Kane, Pennsylvania is the Black Cherry capital of the world. Kane has a rich history and a diversified economic base largely related to natural resources. Kane is nestled in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest with proximity to Twin Lakes and the Allegheny Reservoir. Because we are at nature's doorstep, we have access to some of the best outdoor recreation found in the United States. Whether you prefer hiking and biking to hunting, fishing, cross country skiing and motorized sports, we guarantee there is an activity that you will love.

Approximate distance from Kane:

• 90 miles to Erie, PA
• 100 miles to Buffalo, NY
• 128 miles to Pittsburgh, PA
• 200 miles to Toronto, Canada

About UPMC

A $26 billion health care provider and insurer, Pittsburgh-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centered, cost-effective, accountable care. The largest nongovernmental employer in Pennsylvania, UPMC integrates 95,000 employees, 40 hospitals, 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites, and a nearly 4.5 million-member Insurance Services Division, the largest medical insurer in western Pennsylvania. In the most recent fiscal year, UPMC contributed $1.5 billion in benefits to its communities, including more care to the region's most vulnerable citizens than any other health care institution, and paid more than $900 million in federal, state, and local taxes. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial, and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialization arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International. U.S. News consistently ranks UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside among the nation's best hospitals in many specialties and ranks UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh on its Honor Roll of America's Best Children's Hospitals.

Our Values

At UPMC, we're driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.

Supporting a Diverse Workplace

UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.

Ready to join us? Apply today!

We?re unique. You should be, too.

We?re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?

We?re different than most primary care providers. We?re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Functions independently as a primary care practitioner as part of a patient care team.
• Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems.
• Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories, analyzes trends in patient conditions, and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan in response to the data obtained. This also includes assisting in the development of the plan of care in addition to providing appropriate patient/ family/significant other counseling and education.
• Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/ or protocol, anticipating and identifying physiological and/ or psychological problems commonly encountered including the consideration of the patient?s cultural background, level of understanding, personality and support systems. Serves as patient advocate.
• Patient management includes the following: 1) writing admission, transfer and discharge orders; 2) ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies: 3) ordering of appropriate medication and treatments; 4) referring patients for consultation when indicated i.e. dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social service, dietary, etc.;5) Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• Participates in patient care rounds and conferences. Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team.
• Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient management strategies are successful in meeting patient care needs.
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
• Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations and to improve processes and service to patients.
• Collaborates with other multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate current systems of health care delivery to identify and implement new practice patterns as appropriate.
• Participates in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Initiates arrangements and writes orders for discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, PT, social workers, family and key caregivers to transition the patient to a lower level of care as soon as medically appropriate.
• Advocacy & Education-ensuring the patient has an advocate for needed services and any needed education.
• Introduces self to patient/family and explain primary care provider role.
• Facilitates patient/family conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, provide family education and identify needs.
• Enhances a collaborative relationship to maximize the patient?s/family?s ability to make informed decisions re: goals of care, palliative care and hospice.
• Utilization/Financial Management-managing resource utilization and reimbursement for services.
• Facilitates discharge to appropriate level of care and uses preferred providers when additional services are required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Competencies for Success

Scientific Foundation Competencies

• Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving clinical practice.
• Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences.
• Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes.
• Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.

Leadership Competencies

• Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide change.
• Provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g. patients, community, integrated health care teams, and policy makers) to improve health care.
• Demonstrates leadership that uses critical and reflective thinking.
• Advocates for improved access, quality and cost effective health care.
• Advances practice through the development and implementation of innovations incorporating principles of change.
• Communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and in writing.
• Participates in professional organizations and activities that influence health outcomes of a population focus.

Quality Competencies

• Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality of clinical practice.
• Evaluates the relationships among quality, safety, access, and cost and their influence on health care.
• Evaluates how organizational structure, care processes, financing, marketing and policy decisions impact the quality of health care.
• Applies skills in peer review to promote a culture of excellence.
• Anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality.

Practice Inquiry Competencies

• Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge into practice.
• Generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes.
• Applies clinical investigative skills to improve health outcomes.
• Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership with others.
• Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using multiple modalities.
• Analyzes clinical guidelines for individualized application into practice.

Technology and Information Literacy Competencies

• Integrates appropriate technologies for knowledge management to improve health care.
• Translates technical and scientific health information appropriate for various users? needs.
  • Assesses the patient?s and caregiver?s educational needs to provide effective, personalized health care.
  • Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change.
• Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision making.
• Contributes to the design of clinical information systems that promote safe, quality and cost effective care.
• Uses technology systems, with ongoing learning and updates, which capture data on variables for the evaluation of primary care.

Policy Competencies

• Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and practice.
• Advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity, quality, and cost.
• Analyzes ethical, legal, and social factors influencing policy development.
• Contributes in the development of health policy.
• Analyzes the implications of health policy across disciplines.
• Evaluates the impact of globalization on health care policy development.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

• MD or DO in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty required
• Must be able to obtain a State Medical License or already have a current, active State Medical License for the state(s) in which he/she will be working
• Board certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics or similar specialty is preferred. Board Eligibility is required
• Once Board certified, PCP will maintain board certification in their specialty by doing necessary MOC, CME and/or retaking board exams as required
• Must have a current DEA number for schedule II-V controlled substances
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment.

We?re ChenMed and we?re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America?s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We?re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people?s lives every single day.

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Primary Care Opening in Kingwood, TX

Wellspire Medical Group is a leading multi-specialty healthcare provider serving the Greater Houston area. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and compassion. We are currently seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our team in Kingwood, TX, and help us continue providing exceptional care to our growing patient community.

At Memorial Hermann, we are redefining healthcare. As the largest not-for-profit health system in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has 16 hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and the primary teaching hospital for The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School.

We offer leading-edge diagnostic technologies and treatment techniques as well as Houston's first health information exchange that shares vital patient data among care providers, helping to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time. We use resources to make a real difference in the health of our community, contributing in excess of $300 million annually in uncompensated care and community benefit programs, including an award-winning network of public school-based health centers.

Our medical staff physicians and employees practice evidence-based medicine and are committed to rigorous performance measurement and quality-improvement activities. This relentless focus on quality and patient safety continues to result in national awards and recognition. For our 5,500 affiliated physicians and our 21,000 employees, it means exercising uncompromising commitment to deliver the best healthcare possible.

Alive with energy and rich in diversity, Houston, Texas is a dynamic mix of outstanding performing and visual arts venues, local teams representing all major sports, countless restaurants offering a variety of excellent cuisine and world-class attractions. With a vibrant economy, Houston is home to thriving businesses include growth in high-technology industries, medical research, health care and professional services. Houston is known internationally as the home of one of the best medical communities in the world with the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical center in the world, only 10 minutes from downtown Houston. With its beautiful surroundings, mild year-round climate, low cost of living and high quality of life, Houston, TX has much to offer.

Lincoln Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital and proud member of MaineHealth, is seeking a full-time or part-time primary care physician to join our experienced and collaborative team. As part of MaineHealth’s comprehensive network, Lincoln Hospital’s Primary Care team delivers expert, patient-centered healthcare across multiple locations, including Boothbay Harbor, Damariscotta, Waldoboro, and Wiscasset, Maine.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to establish long-term relationships with patients, providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals and families. You will work alongside a team of experienced healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional primary care services that enhance the health and well-being of our community.

As a HPSA-designated worksite and a not-for-profit organization, primary care providers at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital may be eligible for federal student loan repayment programs including the HRSA National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness .

If you are a dedicated and team-oriented provider looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and well-resourced healthcare environment, we invite you to apply.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

Education/Training:

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, or equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Eligible for licensure in the State of Maine.

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileges at designated hospital locations.

About Us

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital provides expert health care services to the vibrant coastal communities of Lincoln County, Maine. We are the largest employer in Lincoln County with more than 1,000 employees working together to make our community the healthiest in America. Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring miles of pristine oceanfront, picturesque rivers and streams, and vast forested woodlands. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of year-round activities to enjoy. Joining the Lincoln Hospital team means becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding patient care—all while living in a region celebrated for its charm and serenity.

To learn more about our system please visit and our benefits page.

Lincoln Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital and proud member of MaineHealth, is seeking a full-time or part-time primary care physician to join our experienced and collaborative team. As part of MaineHealth’s comprehensive network, Lincoln Hospital’s Primary Care team delivers expert, patient-centered healthcare across multiple locations, including Boothbay Harbor, Damariscotta, Waldoboro, and Wiscasset, Maine.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to establish long-term relationships with patients, providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals and families. You will work alongside a team of experienced healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional primary care services that enhance the health and well-being of our community.

As a HPSA-designated worksite and a not-for-profit organization, primary care providers at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital may be eligible for federal student loan repayment programs including the HRSA National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness .

If you are a dedicated and team-oriented provider looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and well-resourced healthcare environment, we invite you to apply.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

Education/Training:

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, or equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Eligible for licensure in the State of Maine.

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileges at designated hospital locations.

About Us

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital provides expert health care services to the vibrant coastal communities of Lincoln County, Maine. We are the largest employer in Lincoln County with more than 1,000 employees working together to make our community the healthiest in America. Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring miles of pristine oceanfront, picturesque rivers and streams, and vast forested woodlands. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of year-round activities to enjoy. Joining the Lincoln Hospital team means becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding patient care—all while living in a region celebrated for its charm and serenity.

To learn more about our system please visit and our benefits page.