What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Doctor position at New Bedford Community Health Center?
Location: New Bedford Community Health (NBCH), Downtown New Bedford, MA
Position Type: Full-Time, Flexible Schedule (No Hospital Rounds or Call)
Clinic Hours: Weekdays 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturdays 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
New Bedford Community Health (NBCH) is seeking a passionate Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) with a focus on Infectious Disease to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and multidisciplinary Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). You'll have the opportunity to provide comprehensive primary care with a special emphasis on treating patients with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and latent TB, while working alongside a dedicated team of nurses, community health workers (CHWs), and Ryan White program administrators.
If you are committed to serving diverse and underserved populations in a community health setting, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide compassionate outpatient primary care focused on HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and Tuberculosis prevention and treatment.
- Offer continuity of care including well visits, sick visits, hospital follow-ups, immunizations, and education on sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- Interpret diagnostic tests and labs, manage complex medical conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure patient care needs are met and foster strong communication across the department.
Required Education & Credentials:
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in primary care.
- Current and unrestricted Massachusetts Medical License.
- Active DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration.
- Board Certification/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
- AAHIVM Certification (must be obtained within 18 months of hire).
- BLS/CPR Certification.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience or interest in diagnosing and treating HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, latent TB, and other infectious diseases.
- Comfort supporting the LGBTQIA population and individuals with substance use disorders (experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment preferred).
- Commitment to working with multicultural and underserved populations.
- Proficiency with EMR systems.
- Primary or secondary language skills in Portuguese or Spanish (preferred but not required).
What We Offer:
- Collaborative & supportive work environment.
- Flexible work schedule with no hospital rounding or call, and light practice calls only (rotating schedule).
- Generous earned time off: 40 days per year (including 12 paid holidays).
- CME allowance plus time off for professional development.
- Malpractice insurance under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
- Paid license renewals (DEA, CSR).
- Retirement savings plan (403b) with employer match.
- Comprehensive medical benefits from day one, including dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- Eligibility for HRSA, Mass League, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs.
- Visa sponsorship available (H1/J1).
- Bonus and incentive opportunities.
- Relocation assistance.
NBCH is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment. We celebrate diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Whether you're a woman, person of color, LGBTQIA individual, person with a disability, foreign-born resident, or veteran, your unique perspective is valued at NBCH. We are committed to maintaining an environment where every voice is heard.
NBCH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you are passionate about making a difference in community health, apply today! We care here. Do you?