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Location: Red Cliff Community Health Center

Salary: Negotiable Depending Upon Qualifications

Supervisor(s): Medical Director, Clinic Manager, Health Services Administrator

This Is A Regular Full-Time Exempt Position

Job Summary: Physician will provide full spectrum outpatient primary care in a patient-centered medical home model. This position will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team with the goal of providing comprehensive, family oriented, culturally sensitive continuity of care for each patient.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Clinic Operations:

1. Deliver patient care in a responsible, culturally sensitive, respectful and caring manner; provide medical screening, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and prevention services in an outpatient clinic.
2. Document all patient visits no less than 72 hours following the patient visit using the Intergy electronic health record.
3. Order or execute various tests; analyze reports and findings; administer or prescribe treatment and medications.
4. Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for specialized treatment when the patient's medical needs are beyond the limits of the medical facility and/or beyond the scope of the medical provider.
5. Maintain hospital courtesy privileges and a working relationship with the local hospital/nursing home.
6. Follow up on laboratory tests and coordinate communication with patients regarding results.
7. Coordinate care for patients with Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Dental, Chiropractic, Optometry and Community Health.
8. Assist in maintaining Health Center Policies and Procedures manual.
9. Develop standing orders for the Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse and other medical support staff to facilitate their functions when Physician is not on site.
10. Serve on committees and meetings that enhance patient care and professional growth to include, Managed Care; Interdisciplinary Review Board (IRB) and monthly clinic meeting.
11. Assist in implementing quality improvement measures in appropriate service areas.
12. Maintain a working relationship with other RCCHC providers and participate in utilization review as needed.
13. Serve as medical consultant to the Health Center Administrator and Tribal Council in planning for improved community health.
14. Participate in in-service programs to increase awareness of current and specific problems, diagnoses and treatment issues concerning the clinic's patients.
15. Attend meetings and in-services and any other events as specified by immediate supervisor.
16. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Public/Customer Relations:

1. Responsible for positive representation of RCCHC staff, programs, and services.
2. Exemplify personal conduct which reflects an role model.
3. Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with patients/customers, health providers, hospitals and clinics, and employees of the RCCHC.
4. Adhere to and support facility policies, programs, and activities.
5. Demonstrate tact, courtesy and a positive approach to communication and interaction with other employees, visitors, providers, and others.

Personal Development:

1. Responsible for personal development to ensure current knowledge and skills are maintained in the profession.
2. Maintain membership in appropriate professional organizations.
3. Keep medical licensure and/or registration current and provide verification per credentialing policy.
4. Identify personal and professional areas for improvement and actively seek out ways to meet personal developmental needs.

Supervisory Authority: None

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of healthcare quality improvement models/strategies and health information technology.
2. Good interpersonal skills and ability to get along well with diverse personalities.
3. Good communication skills, written and verbal.

Qualifications:

1. Graduate of an accredited member of the Association of American Medical Colleges with a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree.
2. Completion of residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, and Board Certified by either the American Board of Family Medicine or the American Board of Internal Medicine. (Current residents may apply and be hired provisionally but will be expected to take and pass Board Exams at the earliest opportunity).
3. Wisconsin license to practice medicine, in good standing.
4. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license, in good standing.
5. Experience working with AI/AN communities is preferred.
6. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance. Must obtain a Wisconsin's driver's license within thirty days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver's license.
7. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a personal and Tribal vehicle under the Red Cliff Tribe's Vehicle Drivers Policy prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver's eligibility as a condition of employment.

Personal Contacts: Daily interactions with a combination of patients, visitors, other primary care providers, Tribal and Health Center Administration, or other Red Cliff Tribal staff.

Physical Requirements: The duties assigned to this position involve bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying. Items may be placed on overhead shelving. Weights to be carried are usually less than 50 pounds. There will be periods of prolonged standing, walking, or sitting.

Work Environment: Exposure to Health Hazards of the Health Industry. Environment must be maintained as clean, non-smoking, well-ventilated work area in adherence to all safety regulations. Private homes and other facilities will not necessarily meet the criteria of the established safety regulations. All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

Travel Requirements: The ability to travel and attend meetings and training courses; overnight and out of town, both locally & nationally.

Behavior And Attitude: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered. This job description is subject to change at employer's discretion, after consultation with the employee.

Application Submittal Requirements: The following items are required for this position:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
4. Resume required; cover letter, optional.
5. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

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