Physician Opportunity - ELFHCC
Are you a compassionate, community-minded physician looking to make a meaningful impact in urban healthcare? Join our team at East Liberty Family Health Care Center (ELFHCC), where you'll deliver high-quality medical care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment serving diverse and underserved populations.
About the Role
As a Physician at ELFHCC, you'll provide comprehensive medical services including physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and offering preventive care. You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team across clinical settings, including medical offices, nursing homes, and patient homes.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver primary and specialty care in clinic, nursing home, and home settings
- Conduct exams, review histories, and order diagnostic tests
- Provide hospital follow-up care at UPMC Shadyside and Magee Women's Hospital (credentialing/scope dependent)
- Promote wellness and prevention through patient education
- Oversee care delivered by PNPs and PACs; supervise triage functions of nurses
- Participate in evening/weekend call coverage
- Maintain accurate, timely records and billing documentation
- Complete forms for insurance, disability, and assistance programs
- Review labs and cultures; follow up with appropriate care
- Support clinical research with Medical Director approval
- Attend CME, staff meetings, in-service trainings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Collaborate in protocol development and compliance
- Ensure practices meet all regulatory and ethical standards
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Current Pennsylvania medical license
- Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or OB-GYN
- Minimum of 3 years post-residency experience preferred
- Bilingual candidates strongly preferred
- Interest in urban/inner-city medicine a must
Skills & Requirements
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills with EMR proficiency
- Empathetic communication and professionalism
- Adaptable schedule; willing to support clinic needs across locations
- Passion for working with uninsured/underserved communities
- Team-oriented with commitment to interdisciplinary care
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced clinic and community settings
- Local travel required
- Physical demands include prolonged standing/sitting, phone use, and lifting up to 10 lbs.
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
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