The staff physician role focuses on establishing a comprehensive, community-based, family-centered primary care program aimed at improving access, health outcomes, prevention, education, and chronic disease management.
Key responsibilities include developing individualized care plans, emphasizing preventive medicine, providing immunizations, collaborating with specialists, maintaining accurate documentation, and managing a patient panel of at least 1,500 active patients. The physician must adhere to quality standards, federal guidelines, and organizational policies, ensuring coordinated care across various settings.
They will work under supervision, directing support staff and precepting providers and students, while collaborating with all staff and partners to deliver effective patient care. Performance evaluations focus on productivity, clinical skills, patient rapport, and adherence to policies.
Requirements include a medical degree, active South Carolina medical license, board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, effective communication skills, proficiency with computers, and the ability to manage stress and maintain confidentiality. Physical and environmental demands involve typical clinical activities, moderate noise levels, and minimal travel.