What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Practice position at Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region?
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician to join our team at Community Health in Castleton, Vermont. As a physician, you will be responsible for delivering primary care services and promoting wellness behaviors among patients.
- Empower patients to take an active role in health maintenance and promote wellness behaviors.
- Provide appropriate patient follow-up and communicate effectively with patients.
- Refer patients to specialty care as necessary.
- Provide clinical supervision to mid-level providers and nursing staff.
- Participate in quality assurance activities.
- Contribute to State and National disease collaborative efforts.
About Us
Community Health is a multi-site Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving 80% of the primary care needs in central Vermont. Our mission is to provide quality, efficient, accessible, and equitable healthcare services to our patients.
We have a large footprint that allows us to influence the local, state, and regional healthcare environment. Our sites are certified Level III Medical Homes, with a highly developed panel management and case management system. We also have a robust integrated behavioral health program and a fully integrated electronic medical record system.
Castleton Clinic
The Castleton Clinic provides comprehensive primary care services, including on-site behavioral health providers, social workers, and care management. We also offer preventive programs like diabetes management and education. Our Express Care service is open seven days a week for the treatment of minor illnesses and injuries.
The town of Castleton offers a picturesque setting, with access to Lake Bomoseen and Castleton University. The nearby city of Rutland is about 20 minutes away, and the Green Mountain National Forest and ski resorts are within a 45-minute drive.
Requirements
- Favorable completion of college, medical school, internship, residency, and possibly fellowship.
- Current license to practice medicine in the State of Vermont.
- Current Board Certification within practicing specialty.
- Meeting minimum CME requirements for licensure and board certification.
- Strong inpatient skill set.
- Quality-focused team player.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
Benefits
Community Health offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Market-leading compensation commensurate with experience.
- Generous bonus opportunity.
- Up to $10,000 in relocation expenses.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan 403(b) with employer match.
- Paid malpractice insurance.
- Generous leave time: up to 4 weeks plus holidays.
- Work-life balance with 4-day work weeks.
- On-Call 3 weeks per year on average.
- CME leave (1 week/year) and CME allowance ($6,000/year).
- Opportunities to apply for school loan repayment, up to $20,000 a year.
Salary : $6,000 - $20,000
