Who We Are Founded in 1972, Central Florida Health Care started responding to critical healthcare gaps identified by the agricultural community. A local citrus processing firm recognized the importance of adequate health care, social services, and childcare for farmworkers in Frostproof, Florida. The first clinic opened with a doctor and a nurse and began serving the farm workers in the Frostproof community. CFHC now has 16 sites in Polk, Hardee, and Highlands counties, including one unique Community School Health Center at Crystal Lake Elementary School in Lakeland, FL. CFHC also offers mobile healthcare units that service the most remote sections of the tri-county area. Join our Family! CFHC offers the ultimate quality of life for talented, hard-working staff.
POSITION SUMMARY :
Provide out-patient comprehensive adult primary care services including preventive and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment as well as primary care consultation services to CFHC clinical staff and outside specialists who see CFHC patients. In the event hospitalization is required, will refer patients to hospitalist at local hospital and will monitor care upon discharge.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Education : Residency trained Physician
- Board Eligible / Certified in Internal Medicine
- Licensure : Florida License
- DEA Certificate
- Insurability (malpractice)
- Medical staff privileges at appropriate hospital if designated by CFHC
- BLS certification
- Computer literacy
RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS include, but are not limited to, the following :
Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives. Comply with all CFHC’s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.Adhere to disease management protocols and key clinical pathways to improve clinical performance. Participate in Collaboratives and health care programs of federal and state governments approved by Senior Management.Complete all required paperwork on time (Payroll sheets, encounter tickets, hospital encounter sheets, evaluations, progress notes, etc.).Understand the requirements of CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan and assure compliance with this plan by support staff assigned to assist you.Facilitate needed referrals, including social services for patients requiring services not offered at CFHC in coordination with referral clerks and nurses according to CFHC policy.Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs requiring Internal Medicine services as requested by the CMO or CEO. Represent CFHC in the community.Precept Medical Students as assigned by CMO.Advise and assist APRNs as needed in accord with approved protocols and procedures.Complete all duties, responsibilities, and competencies in a manner appropriate to the age groups to whom care / services are being provided.Assist in the review of primary care protocols and patient education materials in collaboration with CMO and DON.Provide necessary information and signatures for participation in reimbursement arrangements, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans.Review incoming reports (lab, x-ray, EKG, etc.), sign-off, and follow up when indicated.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding and billing requirements. Provide accurate coding information on encounter tickets that corresponds to care given and documented in progress notes.Rotate to other CFHC centers as needed to provide coverage.Provide off-hours and Saturday clinic coverage as assigned by CMO.Report to the CMO any pertinent information or situations that impact patient care or CFHC liability.Provide a leadership role for medical support staff and support the Nurse Supervisor and Patient Service Coordinator.Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (Center Specific quarterly meetings, corporate meetings, and other meetings as designated by the CMO or CEO).Participate in Peer Review activities as requested by CMO.Assist with the recruitment of other physicians and clinical staff in collaboration with HR and CMO.Make recommendations to the CMO regarding the purchase of clinical supplies, instruments, and equipment, and repair and / or maintenance of these.Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other members of the clinical team.Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times.Perform all surgical procedures using sterile techniques and CDC guidelines.Carry out any other activities deemed appropriate by the CMO or CEO.BENEFITS :
Competitive SalaryFederal Student Loan Forgiveness :NHSC– $75,000 for a 2-year commitment and then $20,000 for each additional year commitment until the loan has been paid in fullPSLF– 10-year commitment, 120 loan payments and at the end of the commitment, the remaining loan is forgivenExcellent medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefitsEmployer Paid Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployer Paid Life Insurance equivalent to 1x your annual salaryVoluntary Short-Term Disability, additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance are availableMalpractice InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO) – 4.4 weeks per year pro-ratedHolidays (9.5 paid holidays per year)Paid Birthday HolidayCME Reimbursement401k Retirement Plan after 1 year of service (w / matching contributions)Staff productivity is recognized and rewardedJ-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $20,000
