BJ - #3278523
Join our vibrant family medicine team in gorgeous Massachusetts for a fulfilling career that embraces community-centered care. This permanent opportunity welcomes passionate physicians into a warm, supportive environment dedicated to quality health services that positively impact lives. Experience the perfect blend of professional fulfillment and community charm in an inspiring, welcoming setting.
ABOUT THE AREA
Berkshire County, located in the far western region of Massachusetts, is one of the premier destination spots in all New England. Abutting New York State to the West, Vermont to the North and Connecticut to the South; the Berkshires is made up of 32 quaint cities and towns, each with its own history and beauty. It is rich in culture, outdoor activities, logging and fine dining. Berkshire County is also an easy drive to both Boston and New York City metropolitan areas.
Located just 2.5 hours from both New York City and Boston, CHP’s setting offers excellent public and private schools, year-round music and theater and easy access to the great outdoors. Opportunities for community engagement and service are robust. Our culturally rich, outdoor setting, along with our easy proximity to urban centers by car, train or bus, is a plus for our employees and their families.
Responsibilities
Embrace a comprehensive approach to primary care, ensuring each patient feels heard and supported.
Connect with patients of all ages in our vibrant Massachusetts community, fostering long-lasting relationships.
Team up with colleagues to create integrated, personalized care plans for every individual.
Champion preventive measures and wellness strategies to keep our community thriving.
Manage both acute and chronic conditions with a blend of professionalism and genuine care.
Stay ahead with continuous learning to bring the latest in family medicine to our practice.
Mentor and encourage team collaboration, making our clinic a warm, welcoming place for all.
Reports to Chief Medical Officer
Position Summary:
This full-time physician will join a dedicated team of healthcare providers and will provide comprehensive and continued care to client patients. This will include routine and emergency office-based care, support of health promotion and preventative medical care. Our client offers an excellent starting salary (commensurate with experience) and highly competitive benefits. They will sponsor successful candidates who desire an H1B or J1 visa and who meet all CIS requirements for same. In addition, qualified candidates will be eligible for loan repayment programs under the NHSC.
The Physician contributes to a work environment that is caring, collaborative, and innovative. This person will support client’s mission, vision, and values and will adhere to compliance protocols as well as client’s policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provides comprehensive and continuing care to patients; obtains records of patient’s health history; performs comprehensive physical assessment as part of a total physical examination; diagnoses, treats, and plans appropriate healthcare for patients; refers patients to physicians and/or outside agencies as required; establishes and maintains patients electronic medical records and other necessary records.
Provides and prescribes medications within area of specialty; performs laboratory procedures and interprets lab results; provides case management services for select clients; provides group, community, and individual patient education; participates in the on-call physician group.
Participates in patient care audits for quality assurance and utilization reviews to maintain and improve the patient care standard of excellence; maintains medical professional standards and knowledge by attending continuing education programs; may provide administrative management input for staff including performance reviews, hiring decisions, disciplinary actions, etc.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Provides supervision to professional and allied health care staff as well as residents engaged in the delivery of patient care.
The mission of Community Health Programs is to improve the health of people throughout the Berkshires by delivering exceptional, compassionate health care.
Qualifications
Qualified by board certification in Family Medicine with a passion for compassionate patient care.
Experienced in supporting diverse communities and fostering a warm, welcoming environment.
Committed to lifelong learning and staying updated with the latest medical advancements.
Enjoys working in team-based settings that promote collaboration and innovation.
Experienced in providing holistic care that addresses both preventive and acute needs.
Enthusiastic about building meaningful relationships with patients in gorgeous Massachusetts.
Ready to make a positive impact as a Permanent Family Medicine Physician every day.
Skills/Knowledge/Competencies (Behaviors):
Ability to interact with others with tact and diplomacy; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position; contribute to a positive team spirit; balance team and individual responsibilities; display highest degree of professionalism and ethics.
Respond appropriately to patient needs; manage difficult or emotional patient situations in a way that instills trust and respect; solicit feedback to improve performance.
Ability to manage multiple priorities; work well under pressure; complete tasks correctly and on time with limited supervision; step in when needed and cross train for additional site coverage; respond promptly to requests for service and assistance; confidence in leading and instructing others; ability to delegate effectively
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations; respond well to questions; complete administrative duties accurately and timely.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts; solve practical problems; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Punctual and reliable; ability to maintain schedule commitments.
Spanish speaking/bilingual is a plus.
Benefits
Medical and Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurances
Online Insurance Enrollment System
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Sick Leave
Holiday Differential
Shift Differential
Retirement -Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Credit Union
Direct Deposit
Wellness Membership Discounts
Cafeteria Discounts
Recruitment/Retention Bonus
Relocation Reimbursement