Commonwealth Medical Services
Family Medicine Physician - Outpatient / Traditional Practice (MD/DO) - Texas
Commonwealth Medical Services, Abilene, Texas, us, 79608
Family Medicine Physician – Outpatient / Traditional Practice (MD/DO)
Position Summary
The Family Medicine Physician provides comprehensive, longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages in an outpatient setting. This role focuses on preventive care, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions, continuity of care, and coordination with specialists to deliver high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in a clinic-based setting
Deliver preventive care including health maintenance exams, screenings, and immunizations
Manage chronic disease conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, hyperlipidemia, and cardiovascular disease
Perform office-based procedures consistent with training and privileges
Provide patient education regarding disease prevention, wellness, and treatment plans
Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and ancillary services
Review and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, population health, and patient safety initiatives
Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers and clinical staff as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program
Board-eligible or board-certified in Family Medicine
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
Broad clinical knowledge across the lifespan
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuity of care
Work Environment
Outpatient clinic setting
Limited or no inpatient responsibilities depending on practice structure
Call coverage as determined by practice needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinic environments
Manual dexterity for examinations and office-based procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in a clinic-based setting
Deliver preventive care including health maintenance exams, screenings, and immunizations
Manage chronic disease conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, hyperlipidemia, and cardiovascular disease
Perform office-based procedures consistent with training and privileges
Provide patient education regarding disease prevention, wellness, and treatment plans
Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and ancillary services
Review and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, population health, and patient safety initiatives
Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers and clinical staff as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Family Medicine residency program
Board-eligible or board-certified in Family Medicine
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
Broad clinical knowledge across the lifespan
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuity of care
Work Environment
Outpatient clinic setting
Limited or no inpatient responsibilities depending on practice structure
Call coverage as determined by practice needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinic environments
Manual dexterity for examinations and office-based procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.
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