BENEFITS:

• Generous Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment benefits
• Free enrollment in PHI Air Ambulance Service and Employee Assistance Programs effective date of hire
• Generous PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
• Relocation and Sign On Bonus available.

***LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL SONORA, CA, 1 HOUR DRIVE FROM MODESTO CA NEAR YOSEMITE NTL PARK, DODGE RIDGE SKI RESORT, PINECREST, AND MORE, AND OUTDOORS PERSONS HAVEN***

This individual provides routine medical services to the Indian and Non-Indian population within the service area of Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center. The Internal Medicine Physician must be able to communicate well and be able to establish rapport with patients and their families. He/she must be sensitive to the needs of the Indian Community: its cultures, traditions, behavior patterns and background. He/she must be familiar with the aims and objectives of the health center and express a genuine enthusiasm for its success. Adherence to protocols will be in accordance with HIPAA regulation requirements.

1. Provide medical care to patients.

2. Refer patients to specialists for consultation and specialized treatment.

3. Review and evaluate the work of assigned Medical Assistant staff, provide input into the performance evaluations as requested by Clinic Manager.

4. Examine, diagnose and appropriately treat assigned patients.

5. Order appropriate laboratory tests, X-rays and other necessary procedures.

6. Provide on-call services as assigned.

7. Consult with and educate patients, family members and other medical providers concerning treatment and recovery plans; consults with medical providers on plan variation.

8. Interface with community EMS systems and local hospitals in the treatment of critically ill patients requiring hospitalization. Interface with mental health providers for treatment of psychiatric patients.

9. Complete required medical forms and records in a timely manner. Enter chart notes and documentation into Electronic Health Records system.

10. Follow documentation requirements in accordance with billing, regulatory, certification and accrediting agency guidelines.

11. Promote continuous quality improvement for both patient care and service.

12. Prepare and review patient charts/Electronic Health Record with ancillary staff and make treatment decisions based upon findings.

13. Maintain appropriate certifications and continually update professional knowledge.

14. Work collaboratively with other physicians and peers.

15. Maintain positive patient relations reflected in patient satisfaction.

16. Actively attend and participate in monthly medical provider and critical care conference meetings.

17. Maintain good rapport with the Native American community and stay abreast of community needs.

18. Keep current with new techniques relating to all aspects of medical field and related areas of clinical operations.

19. Maintain clear channels of communication with all department staff.

20. Provide comprehensive medical care to all age groups.

21. May supervise mid-level professionals.

22. Be familiar with the aims and objectives of the Health Center and express a genuine enthusiasm for its success.

23. Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.

24. The ability to appropriately and professionally interact with and to get along well with others is an essential function of this position.

25. Other related duties as assigned by the Medical Director and Executive Director.

This position requires walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching; pushing, pulling and lifting up to 30 pounds; raising objects overhead; manual dexterity for operation of computer, phones and small office machines; hearing, talking and good verbal and written communication skills; repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers. This position requires the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

All positions require sensitivity to Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs, and ability at times to meet and deal effectively with numerous tribes and varied cultures, which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness, and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.

Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Native American or Alaskan Native Applicants, in accordance with the Indian preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472 and 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. In House postings include Tribal Voting Members.

Employment is contingent on passing pre-employment physical (including TB test), background check and drug testing.

Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our Mission

Is to provide high quality, comprehensive, primary health care for the Tuolumne MeWuk tribal members, other Native Americans, and residents of surrounding communities.

Our Vision

To be the leader of Sovereign Nations in caring for their communities by achieving and promoting excellence in healthcare and wellness.

Our Values

Integrity: We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and personal responsibility, worthy of the trust our patients place in us.

Quality: We demonstrate to our patients through communication, professionalism, compassion, and clinical knowledge our commitment to deliver the highest quality of care through the dedicated effort of every team member.

Service: We commit to our patients and to our co-workers excellence in customer service respecting cultural, physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Teamwork: We value the contributions of all, blending the skills of individual staff members in unsurpassed collaboration.

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  Graduation from an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy and completion of a residency program with emphasis in Internal Medicine.
• Board certified or board eligible in internal medicine. If the physician is board eligible, she or he must complete the certification process within six (6) months of hire.
• Must possess a valid physicians license issued by the California Medical Board and have a current ACLS and DEA permit/certification. Possess knowledge of preventative and therapeutic medical, surgical or psychiatric care; ambulatory general adult, geriatric, obstetrical, adolescent and pediatric medicine and psychosocial problems, depending on the physicians specialty.
• Knowledge of care of patients with acute or chronic disease and multiple problems.
• Ability to develop and implement appropriate treatment and recovery plan for patients.
• Ability to transmit in exact detail oral and written instructions of a technical and complex nature.
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate reports and charts regarding patient care and treatment.
• Two years experience in private practice or clinic practice.
• Experience with and the ability to operate Microsoft Office software is required.
• Experience working with the electronic medical record systems is required. Must possess skill in using computers and other office equipment; in composing correspondence; managing filing systems; gathering and summarizing information; and in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing complicated and continuing assignments. Must have the ability to correctly enter narratives and medical information into the electronic health records system.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact. Must have a general knowledge of and the ability to maintain HIPAA privacy requirements. Must sign a confidentiality statement.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Must possess sufficient written and verbal communication skills to be able to interact with medical professionals, vendors, and agencies in a professional manner, developing rapport and enhancing business relationships. Must have legible handwriting.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation and be free of any felony convictions.
• Must have a valid, current California Drivers License
• Must have a home or personal telephone.