Primary Care Physician - Family/Internal Medicine

Primary Care Physician - Family/Internal Medicine

CLASSIFICATION/STATUS: Exempt, Full Time, Permanent

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Medical Director

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PAY RANGE: Band J ($200,000 To $230,000/year)

WHO YOU ARE:

YOUR ROLE & IMPACT

The mission of Charles River Community Health (CRCH) is to partner with individuals and families so they can thrive and lead healthier lives by delivering the comprehensive, integrated, and equitable primary healthcare that matters most to them. The Primary Care Physician - Family/Internal Medicine will work with a dedicated, diverse group of nurse practitioners, MDs, DOs, and physician associates who collaborate with an energetic team to provide quality, patient-centered care. Being culturally competent is required as the physician will work with patients and staff from diverse backgrounds.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform holistic, evidence-based medical care services for health center patients.
• Evaluate, treat, and care for patients, write prescriptions, provide preventive health care advice, assess psychological impacts of illness, and treat or refer patients as needed.
• Refer patients for specialty services, provide documentation according to procedures, and follow up on results.
• Participate in co-management of a panel with team-based PA or NP.
• Participate in clinical training activities at the health center.
• Participate in the formation and evaluation of clinical protocols.
• Carry a patient panel of a minimum of 1500 patients.
• Maintain continuity of care across different health care facilities.
• Participate in staff meetings, including quality assurance and medical audit activities.
• Participate in paid 24-hour on-call medical coverage for one week at a time, about 1-2 times per quarter.
• Work one evening (until 7pm) weekly; occasional Saturdays may be required.
• Collaborate with staff to meet ACO quality goals and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Medical Director.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, TRAITS

• M.D. degree and completion of a residency in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics required.
• Must be board-eligible with a plan to become board-certified or board-certified in your chosen specialty.
• Must have a current Massachusetts medical and prescribing license as well as DEA.
• Must apply for and be granted privileges at affiliated hospital(s).
• Experience with Patient Centered Medical Home model preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR and Microsoft Office systems required; familiarity with Epic desired.
• Must be able to work out of either our Brighton or Waltham locations as needed.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly with diverse cultures.
• Strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Participate in continuing medical education activities as required for licensure.
• Must believe in the mission of CRCH and have a passion for serving underserved populations.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Charles River Community Health is committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services to diverse underserved communities. We serve over 13,500 patients annually, with a focus on low-income populations.

We value caring for everyone with dignity and respect, reducing barriers to care, and advocating for our patients and community.

OUR PROMISE

If you are passionate about service excellence in a mission-driven organization, your career as Primary Care Physician - Family/Internal Medicine will be rewarding and impactful!

Charles River Community Health is committed to diversity and a workplace that values employee differences. We are an equal opportunity employer.