Family Practice

Seward Community Health Center is seeking a Full-Time, Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for our small community health center located in beautiful Seward, Alaska. Candidates with a background in rural family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health are encouraged to apply. We see patients of all ages (newborn to 100+).

The salary range for this position starts at $243,000 to $264,000/annually + a $15,000 hiring bonus.

Seward, Alaska is a small, picturesque town located 120 miles south of Anchorage and is surrounded by beautiful snow-capped mountains in the center of Kenai Fjords National Park. Seward offers year-round opportunities for outdoor activities including skiing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, boating, wildlife viewing, and so much more. If you enjoy adventuring up mountains, between glaciers and in waters, or sightseeing, going on wildlife tours or bird watching, Seward is the place for you

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About Seward Community Health Center:

SCHC is a federally qualified health center. We welcome anyone in need of quality, affordable healthcare by providing integrated, patient-centered primary care for a variety of illnesses and conditions for the entire family. SCHC is the leading provider of healthcare services in the Eastern Kenai Peninsula, with passionate, dedicated staff who work daily to help increase access to services for our community members. We are seeking to hire additional staff who will add to our ability to make our community and SCHC a better place to live and work.

Benefits Summary:

• Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff and spouse/dependents
• Short- and long-term disability insurance paid by employer
• Term life insurance paid by employer
• 3% employer contribution to a 401(k) retirement plan
• 80 hours of paid holidays
• Annual CME allowance
• 6 weeks of paid time off annually

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and manage chronic health problems.
• Conduct physical exams, sports physicals, and preventive medicine/wellness visits.
• Provide urgent/walk-in care and some possible emergency care.
• Carry out basic primary medical care procedures (e.g., casting and suturing).
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Assist in the development of a treatment plan and appropriate follow up care.
• Educate patients about the diagnosis, treatment plan, and preventive policies and procedures.
• Consult with and refer SCHC patients to specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians bringing specialty clinics to SCHC.
• Maintain current written agreements with collaborative Physician Assistant clinicians.
• Participate in community outreach and education efforts as requested.
• Participate in provider and other staff meetings.
• Work with members of the SCHC Care Coordination Team to manage patients with chronic/complex illnesses.
• Exercise prescriptive authority as outlined in Alaska statutes.
• Document patient visits appropriately in electronic health record (EHR).
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA requirements and obtain informed consent for all procedures.
• Keep current on new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or other training and assimilate this knowledge into clinical practice.
• Complete medical records, patient and support staff communications in a timely manner, per Medical Records Policy IM 602.
• Work with clinical staff to ensure timely result notification for lab and x-ray services per clinical Policy 402.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or board eligible in applicable field (e.g., Family Medicine, Internal Medicine), or a minimum of three years of family practice.

License:

• Current State of Alaska physician license.
• Maintain certifications and training necessary to meet SCHC credentialing policies.

Experience:

• Three or more years experience in an outpatient health clinic setting. Experience in a community health center setting working with underserved populations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing quality improvement programs.

SKILLS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Quality Improvement/Mission Focused: Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of SCHC as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving patients of all ages and socio-economic status regardless of ability to pay with particular concern for those in targeted, under-served populations. Aligned with SCHC s values to be collaborative, equitable, trustworthy, patient-centered, and adaptable. Demonstrates knowledge of the organization s policies and procedures, strategic plan, and stays current on offered programs and services to best serve patients and community. Committed to quality improvement in all aspects of work performance.
• Excellent Clinical Quality of Care: Commitment to culturally sensitive patient involvement in health care decision-making and supporting patients to establish and accomplish their health care goals and desired outcomes. Provides the highest level of care to all SCHC patients.
• Computer and Tech Savvy: Possesses computer skills with accuracy and proficiency in data entry, Microsoft Suite, EPIC - EHR systems, and keyboarding skills.
• Excellent Communicator, Leader, and Team Player: Ability to interact positively (both verbally and in writing) and personably with patients, family members and SCHC staff members. Demonstrates an ability to become a leading SCHC team member working towards a common goal of delivering high quality health and medical care to the people of Seward and the surrounding area as well as tourists and visitors. Ability and willingness to take on future leadership roles as requested and appropriate. Exhibits the ability to understand and follow SCHC policies, procedures and directives from the ED and Board of Directors while also providing insightful and constructive input and opinion in the development and implementation of such policies, procedures, and directives.
• Professional Development-focused: Dedicated to continued professional improvement. Preventively stays up to date and aware of the latest treatment/medical developments and trends and strives to implement in clinical practice at the SCHC.
• Patient Outcome & Professionalism-focused: Has knowledge of the behavioral and social health needs of patients and an absolute understanding of need for patient confidentiality in all SCHC matters. Demonstrates skill, knowledge, and consistent professionalism in the practice of primary medical health care while following recognized best and evidence-based practices. Willingness to work with a wide range of patients of varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds as well as alternative lifestyles.
• Exceptional Problem Solver & Decision Maker: Ability to effectively order, interpret, track, and follow up on lab, imaging and other diagnostic tests and procedures with patients and consultative specialists working with other members of the SCHC clinical team. Demonstrated ability to work independently and use good judgment in prioritizing work demands and managing time in a busy practice environment. Exhibits an exceptional ability to complete difficult/complex tasks effectively and in a timely manner while remaining comfortable taking responsibility and making tough calls. Commitment to remaining calm and professional while making sound clinical calls under intense pressure.
• Attention to Detail: Knowledgeable about and proficient in using appropriate coding and billing techniques as required by SCHC, third party payors and clearinghouses and governmental agencies. Excels in noticing and investigating all possible issues presented by patients as to ensure the best possible patient outcome and care.

SCHC is an equal opportunity employer.