Physician Family Medicine

TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicago’s far south side has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services and more to Chicagoland’s underserved communities for over 50 years! The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment. Our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicagoxe2x80x99s leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers. POSITION SUMMARY The Family Medicine Physician is responsible for providing care to patients presenting with uncomplicated/acute clinical problems. Provides operational assistance to assure quality of care and service in a cost-effective manner, which is consistent with the applicable state standards for licensure for the position and the organizational practice guidelines. Full-time and part-time options available. Medical ResponsibilitiesPractices independently and as needed, collaborates with nurse practitioners or supervises physician assistants, and/or other health care providers.Responsible for the medical management of all assigned patients through history and clinical assessments and prevention, planning and treatment.Plans and directs all inpatient and outpatient medical care for assigned patients through diagnosis and treatment.Ensures maintenance of accurate and complete medical records covering all social and medical data.Legibly records all pertinent information on the medical record concerning the visit, examination findings, tests ordered, results, medications and treatments administered.Communicates and refers patients to specialists when appropriate.Plans for continuity of care of patients through referrals to home health agencies, social service agencies and other case management groups.Provide consultations and resource information to peers.Performs history and physicals in preoperative patients as necessary.Participates in the development and implementation of continuous quality improvement strategies based on standards of medical practice, customer expectations and health care costs.Practice safe, high-quality low-cost medicine by developing protocols and standards of practice to coincide with the mission of TCA Health, Inc.Evaluates outcomes of medical treatment and takes necessary actions.Actively participates in all ambulatory peer review processes and initiates necessary corrections.Attends and actively participates in providerxe2x80x99s weekly meetings.Keeps abreast of new developments in specific area of practice by attending in-services, CME classes and ACLS Certification.Abide by the infection and control guidelines.Participates in health education events sponsored or supported by TCA Health, Inc.Performs breast exams and pap smears.Responsible for ordering mammography and lab tests.Participates in planning of community health education projects by identifying problems/issues affecting the surrounding community.QualificationsActive Illinois Medical License in good standingBoard certification (must be completed within one year of employment)Active DEA registrationCurrent BLS certificationBenefitsAt TCA Health, we believe that you, our Employees, are our most important asset. Helping you and your family achieve and maintain good healthxe2x80x94physical, emotional, and financialxe2x80x94is the reason TCA Health offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.In addition to the benefits listed below, providers may be eligible for continuing medical education reimbursement, up to five paid CME days, NHSC Student Loan Repayment, and malpractice insurance.Medical Insurance (4 plan options)Dental Insurance (2 plan options)VisionLTD (company paid)Life AD&D (company paid)401k with employer matchPTOPaid HolidaysOther voluntary benefits through AflacAnd More… Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.