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Chcahealth

Physician - Dermatologist

Chcahealth, Merced, California, United States, 95343

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Description Community Health Centers of America is hiring for a

Dermatologist

to work in our family practice clinics in the

Merced , CA area. Possibly will also work in contracted long-term care facilities. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, or chronic skin, hair and nail conditions, creating treatment plans, and performing medical and cosmetic procedures, independently or as part of a healthcare team, in the clinic setting.

Community Health Centers of America is a premier multi-specialty group focused on improving the health of the community through excellence in clinical care. Our goal is to provide better care to the patient with a collaborative, supportive, respectful, and productive work environment for its healthcare professionals.

Job Description: Clinical Duties:

Obtain, analyze, and interpret patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.

Assess and diagnose patients' skin, hair, and nail conditions and ailments to determine appropriate treatment.

Recommend diagnostic or therapeutic interventions.

Prescribe medications.

Detect and respond to adverse drug reactions.

Educate patients and families on available treatments and preventative care strategies.

Order, perform, or interpret the results of diagnostic testing relevant to dermatology.

Conduct in-office procedures, which can include medical, surgical (e.g., Mohs surgery), and cosmetic treatments (e.g., Botox, lasers).

Refer patients to specialists as needed.

Perform follow-up visits to monitor patients or evaluate health or illness care.

Collaborate with primary care and specialty providers to ensure continuity and coordination of care.

Provide consultative support to other providers in the clinic and affiliated facilities.

Administrative Duties:

Maintain complete, accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.

Support the development of clinical protocols and patient education materials.

Participate in teaching opportunities or case conferences, if applicable.

Supervise or coordinate patient care or support staff activities.

Maintain current knowledge of state legal regulations for practice.

Keep abreast of regulatory processes and payer systems.

Practice safe and healthy control methods while working with patients.

Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.

Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment

Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol

Respect cultural and religious practices of minor patients

Uphold HIPAA regulations

Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts

Our healthcare professionals enjoy competitive benefits, including:

Highly competitive salaries with benefits, a 401(k) plan, and CME allowance

Sign-On Bonus!

Manageable work schedules, providers are not required to work evenings or weekends

Some flexibility with schedules - great for providers with families/other responsibilities

Night/Weekend call coverage!

Opportunity to work with a diverse range of professionals

A professionally challenging environment with a mix of disease acuity

A career with administrative freedom - appropriate support staff is supplied

Access to charting system that has been designed for quick and easy billing. Dictation available (including, but not limited to Dragon).

> We are looking for skilled, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Providers. If you are interested, please submit your resume.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Loan forgiveness

Malpractice insurancePaid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship

Vision insurance

License/Certification:

California MD/DO license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

No nights

No weekends

Requirements POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

MD or DO from an accredited medical school and completion of residency program.

Completion of an ABD-accredited Dermatology fellowship.

Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.

Active medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in California.

3-5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of dermatology procedures and terminology.

Current BLS/ACLS required

Current DEA required

Experience in a multi-specialty or FQHC setting preferred

In depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices

SKILLS:

Excellent verbal and written communication

Active listening and active learning

Flexibility to work with a variety of people, differing in ages, personalities, and backgrounds

Time management skills to be able to see a high number of patients

Interpersonal skills, compassion, and empathy to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues

Critical thinking

Social perceptiveness

Complex problem solving

Respect patient confidentiality

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