Family Physician (FP)

Description

Basic Function:

The Family Practice Physician provides medical services to clinic patients of all ages and within the scope of licensing, training, and privileging/credentialing. 

Canyonlands Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact HR at 928.645.9675 ext 2212. CV’s may be submitted to j.cannon@cchcaz.org or apply@cchcaz.org. Successful completion of a background check and drug screen are a prerequisite to employment. CV’s are accepted until position is filled. 

Requirements

Essential Functions: 

1. Provides direct patient care to clinic patients as outlined in the physician’s current work agreement. May  provide medical services in local hospitals per their credentialing/privileging policies as directed by the  CMO.  2. Elicits information related to the patient’s medical history and records into the Agency’s approved EMR/EHR  system. 3. Examines the patient for symptoms or to determine physical information. Orders, interprets, and executes  various tests and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition. Analyzes reports and  findings of tests and examinations to present accurate diagnoses. Refers patients to medical specialist(s) for  consultant services when necessary for further evaluation and treatment. 4. Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school and consideration for  jobs or sports activities, or for insurance eligibility. Completes paperwork for disability or time-off-fromwork claims. 5. Administers or prescribes treatments. Prescribes medications, dosage and schedule in accordance with  patient diagnoses, condition, and allergies. 6. Promotes health and wellness by advising patients about diet, physical activity, and hygiene along with  methods for prevention of disease. 7. Performs surgical procedures with surgical competency when appropriate for specialty and training and after  approved by CMO to perform such procedures. 8. Participates in peer review activities as directed by the CMO and advises management on performance  deficiencies of medical providers and clinical auxiliary personnel. 9. Complies with CHC Standards of Conduct, Code of Conduct, and Corporate Compliance.