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Neighborhood Healthcare

Physician- Transgender and HIV Care

Neighborhood Healthcare, Riverside, California, United States, 92504

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Overview Physician- Transgender and HIV Care

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Neighborhood Healthcare .

Responsibilities

Direct Care :

Administers or prescribes treatments

Discusses potential side effects to medications and/or immunizations with patients

Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for disease prevention

Refers patients to medical specialists for consultant services for their well-being, as needed

Follows up with patients regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases

Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to schools, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage

Provider and Team Support :

Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams

Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders

Assesses training needs and promotes developmental activities of medical staff

Transgender Patient Care :

Provides competent and culturally sensitive primary care services to patients

Offers hormone therapy management, including prescribing and monitoring hormone regimens

Addresses and manages the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of transgender individuals

Conducts assessments for gender affirming surgeries and facilitates appropriate referrals, as needed

Works with the behavioral health team by assisting with gender identity exploration and provides support throughout the transitioning process

HIV Patient Care :

Offers specialized care to patients living with HIV, including antiretroviral therapy management

Monitors disease progression, immune statuses, and potential complications related to HIV

Provides counseling and education on adherence to treatment plans and preventative measures

Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans

Clinical Administration :

Reviews patient files/records, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status

Elicits and records information about patient medical history

Examines patients for symptoms or physical information

Orders and executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition

Analyzes reports and findings of tests, examinations, and diagnoses to understand the patient’s current condition

Determines and prescribes patient medications, dosages and schedules dependent on their conditions and allergies

Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patient from communicable diseases

Documents patient visits, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action

Stays informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals

Reviews and responds to all forms of communication, such as emails, postal mail, voice mails

Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency

Impacts patient experience by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy

Customer Relations :

Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public

Cooperates in accomplishing department goals and objectives

Education/Experience

Doctorate in medicine required

Valid CA Medical license in good standing required

Valid DEA and CPR certifications required

WPATH Training required

AAHIVS HIV Specialist Certification required

Experience working with transgender patients and/or those living with HIV preferred

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients

Ability to commit to diversity/inclusion and providing patient centered, non-discriminatory and culturally competent care

Knowledgeable about and experience with unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by transgender individuals and those living with HIV

Knowledgeable about and experience with gender affirming care and HIV treatment protocols

Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Excellent planning and organizational ability

Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Pay Range: $229,100-$384,900 per year, depending on experience.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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