Physician, West Warwick

Physician

About the RoleAre you a physician looking for a primary care role where your work directly improves health equity in a community that needs you? Thundermist Health Center is looking for Physicians to join our team across Rhode Island. You'll manage your own patient panel, deliver comprehensive primary care, and practice as an autonomous, licensed provider within a team-based, integrated care model. Inpatient hospital care is available but optional - based on your interest, credentialing, and partner hospital availability. Thundermist is a multi-site FQHC serving over 65,000 patients, and we deliver care regardless of insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.What You'll DoClinical Care

Provide complete management of primary medical care for an assigned patient panel, including scheduled visits, acute care, chronic disease management, and preventive careReview, document, and manage medical records; order, interpret, and follow up on labs, imaging, and diagnostic testingPrescribe medications, including controlled substances, within scope of practiceCoordinate referred services including specialty care, pharmacy, laboratory, and ancillary servicesProvide after-hours call and coverage for Thundermist and community-based patients as scheduledProvide inpatient hospital services and attending responsibilities as assigned (optional, based on interest and credentialing)Precept physician residents, nurse practitioners, or medical students as assigned

Administrative

Participate in departmental, team, and full staff meetings to review and develop policies, procedures, health care plans, clinical goals, and objectivesMaintain compliance with credentialing, re-credentialing, and privileging requirementsComplete clinical documentation in the EHR accurately and within established timeframes

What We're Looking ForYou're a physician who chose primary care because you want to know your patients, manage their care over time, and practice in a setting where your work has a direct impact on the health of an underserved community.

M.D. or D.O. with completed residency (minimum 3 years) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or PediatricsBoard Certification in specialty within two years of startFull, unrestricted Rhode Island medical licenseExceptional oral and written communication skills with proficiency in medical terminologyA genuine commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care for diverse and underserved populations, with an authentic passion for health equity and community health

Preferred:

Bilingual (Spanish/English or Portuguese/English)Prior experience in an FQHC, community health center, or safety-net primary care settingEligibility for NHSC or Rhode Island state loan repayment programs

Compensation & Provider SupportCompetitive compensation and benefits including: malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act; health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan with employer match; generous PTO and CME allowance; eligibility for state and federal loan repayment programs. Thundermist is committed to provider wellness and is an AMA Joy in Medicine practice site - you'll be supported by AI scribes, pharmacy technician refill assistance, prior authorization and referral support, cross-coverage support for PTO, and a nurse triage service as the first line for after-hours calls.ScheduleFull-time (40+ hours/week), benefit-eligible. A minimum of 32 clinical hours on-site per week plus after-hours call and coverage as scheduled. Inpatient hospital hours are optional. Schedule includes some evenings and weekends, and periods of 24-hour call and coverage. Part-time arrangements may be considered.Benefits at Thundermist Health CenterFull-Time Employees Working 40+ Hours/Week

Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance ($75,000) and Long-Term Disability - at no costFlexible Spending Accounts (Health FSA up to $3,400 / Dependent Care FSA up to $7,500)Retirement Plan with 1:1 employer match up to 4%Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital IndemnityWellness Reimbursement up to $200/yearPTO starting at 22 days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays

Employees Working 30-39 Hours/Week

Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsRetirement Plan with 1:1 employer match up to 4%Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital IndemnityWellness Reimbursement up to $200/yearPro-rated PTO, plus 6 paid holidays

Employees Working 20-29 Hours/Week

Vision InsuranceRetirement Plan with 1:1 employer match up to 4%Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital IndemnityPro-rated PTO, plus 6 paid holidays

Work Environment

Onsite at a Thundermist location in ambulatory clinical and (optionally) inpatient hospital settingsModerate physical activity: walking, standing, stooping, and occasional liftingPotential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, respiratory disease, infectious diseases, and other biohazardous materials requiring universal standard precautionsManual dexterity required for clinical procedures and equipment handling

Our ValuesEverything we do at Thundermist is guided by five core values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Community, and Caring. If those resonate with you, you'll feel at home here.

Ready to join a team that truly cares?Apply today.Thundermist Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.