Family Medicine Physician Job at Illinois Primary Health Care Association in Chicago, IL

Position Overview

This Community Health Center is actively seeking a passionate and motivated Family Medicine Physician. Since the 1970s, our center has been the primary care medical home for thousands of Chicagoans – including some of the city's most vulnerable populations – by providing quality, accessible, and culturally sensitive primary healthcare. As a Family Medicine Physician, you will manage patient care in collaboration with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and help us continue our mission to promote health, prevent disease, and deliver comprehensive care to underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and high-quality primary care services to patients in the office, hospital, or other community locations as assigned.
• Serve as a consultant to clinical management regarding clinical goals and services.
• Manage patient care in collaboration with other clinical staff and members of the care team.
• Leverage industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the Medical Department and the organization.
• Support culture development and management efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Education: M.D. Degree or D.O. degree from an accredited school of allopathic or osteopathic medicine
• Qualifications: Board-certified or Board-eligible in Family Practice
• Current and valid Illinois license as a physician and surgeon
• Current and valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
• Eligible for or maintaining hospital privileges at affiliated hospitals
• Bilingual ability may be required based on individual department needs
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with patients and care team members
• Comfort working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to observe, assess, and record patient symptoms, reactions, and progress
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care
• Familiarity with relevant drugs, non-pharmaceutical aids, and the ability to prescribe and instruct patients on correct usage
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements
• Understanding of current principles and procedures for medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
• Experience working with a diverse population base
• Ability to appropriately handle confrontation and conflict
• Capability to work independently and seek consultation when necessary
• Proven ability to follow organizational and departmental processes and procedures
• Ability to work in a high stress, fast-paced, high-volume environment

Benefits & Perks

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm; includes one extended shift (Noon - 8:00pm once per week) with a Saturday rotation every 4 weeks (8:00am - 1:00pm)
• Call Coverage: Rotating
• Relocation: Paid (Negotiable)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision health benefits
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-term & Long-term Disability plus Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) with a competitive match
• Vacation/Sick Time and Eight Holidays
• Loan Repayment potential through National Health Service Corps (NHSC), including NHSC LRP up to $50,000 for 2 years and NHSC SUD-W LRP up to $75,000 for 3 years
• 50 hours of CME with $2,000 reimbursement
• Developmental Support and Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible schedules