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A career at North Texas Area Community Health Centers offers a unique opportunity to join a team that makes a real impact in our community every day, by improving individuals’ health while enhancing their quality of life.   We are always interested in meeting qualified candidates who are eager to join our mission of delivering high quality, patient-centered health care.  We seek employees who will embrace serving with respect, who strive to excel in their field, take pride in their performance and those who are strong team players and will provide excellent customer service to our patients and to each other.

Administration Employment Opportunities (Fort Worth, Texas)

Chief Medical Officer

Charge Entry Specialist

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Northside Community Health Center Center Employment Opportunities (Fort Worth, Texas)

Medical Administrative Assistant

Call Center Representative

Referral Coordinator

Certified Medical Assistant

Nurse Practitioner

Physician

LCSW

Registered Nurse

Eligibility Clerk

Eligibility Clerk

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Arlington Community Health Center Center Employment Opportunities (Arlington, Texas)

Certified Medical Assistant

Physician
Arlington, Texas, Fort Worth, Texas, Southeast Fort Worth, Texas
Posted 5 days ago
JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for an out-patient, primary care community health center with multicultural, multilingual patient population. POSITION GOAL Provide patient care with utmost customer service, compassion, and integrity to patients/clients in a clinic setting. SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION Excellent and competitive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.   Company matching retirement plan and generous paid time off to include vacation and sick leave accruals starting from the date of hire. RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform direct patient care duties.
  • Examines, diagnoses and treats patients of all ages.
  • Referral of patients that require services beyond the services that are offered at NTACHC
  • Referral of NTACHC patients to other NTACHC providers if the patients requires services beyond the referring NTACHC’s provider’s scope of practices
  • To care for patients referred by other NTACHC providers for primary care services.
  • From time to time, provide in-service training for staff in selected topics as deemed necessary by the CMO.
  • Completes medical charts after each visit according to the problem-oriented medical records system. If not feasible, to comply with NTACHC’s policy and procedures regarding chart completion.
  • Adhere to NTACH’s policy and procedure regarding management of lab results, diagnostic imaging results and after-hours calls.
  • Assists in internal quality control audits.
  • Provides quality medical care according to standards established by the providers specialty and by NTACHC’s committee on quality assurance.
  • Provide supervision to physician assistant(s) or nurse practitioner(s) assigned to the provider by NTACHC up to the number of mid-level providers allowed by the Texas State Board. The provider’s responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to chart view and co-signing of mid-level provider charts.
  • Supervises medical assistants, lab personnel, and other health care professional in area of specific support services for patient care delivery.
  • Attends internal and external meetings, workshops, and conferences required by NTACHC
  • To participates on task forces or committees, as necessary and/or required by NTACHC.
  • Performs all duties and services in full compliance with NTACHC’s policies and protocols.
  • Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals.
  • Administer appropriate contraceptive methods.
  • Provide follow-up exams, problem revisit exams, and pregnancy assessment.
  • Insert IUD's; remove IUD's, insert subdermal contraception, remove subdermal contraception.
  • Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals.
  • Provide referrals to other agencies and medical resources for evaluation/follow-up or treatment; responsible for follow-up of referrals made.
  • Act as resource person for other staff on medical matters; keep informed of current developments in family planning field; may assist in training new staff, students.
  • Work towards agreed personal and service objectives, with freedom to establish how to meet these within a broad framework.
  • Reviews ancillary test results and coordinates notification to the patient.
  • Provides patient education as needed.
  • Supervises patient care by non-clinic agencies including, but not limited to health care, nursing home, or hospice.
  • To be accessible to patients personally, electronically, or through clinical staff to answer questions and relay information regarding their care.
  • Completion of appropriate paper work to comply with insurance and reimbursement guidelines.
  • Completion of all documentation and paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Participate in NTACHC’s on-call schedule.
  • Works closely with the Chief Medical Officer to provide leadership and medical direction for the clinic and clinical staff.
  • Attends all staff, retreats, clinical, board or other special meetings as requested by NTACHC.
  • Performs other appropriate duties as requested by NTACHC’s supervisors.
  • Represent NTACHC at functions as requested.
  • Supports the mission of NTACHC.
  • To always maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Will be available to participate in providing continuity of care.
  • Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the CMO.
  • Remain abreast of current clinical practices/guidelines of the provider’s specialty.
  • Remain abreast of NTACHC’s policy and procedures.
  • To adhere to NTACHC’s policy and procedures regarding assignment of duties to other clinical staff members.
  • To practice within the scope of the providers specialty and in accordance with NTACHC approved privileges.
  • To avoid same day clinic cancellation.
  • To obtain approval from CEO or CMO before cancelling or instructing any NTACHC staff member to cancel a provider’s clinic.
 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Courteous, honest and professional at all times.
  • Sets an example as a medical professional by observing work start and stop times, giving adequate notice for absences, and following clinic’s operational and personnel policies and procedures.
  • Able to communicate and relate well with providers and clinical staff.
  • Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements. Observes standards of medical care.
  • Efficient, organized and accurate.
  • A high degree of organization and accuracy.
  • Perform complex and comprehensive medical care on a variety of patients.
  • Must have strong listening, written and oral communication skills, with ability to communicate clearly.
  • Must have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to all age spectrums.
  • Train and evaluate assigned staff.
  • Give information and carry out screening for STI's, perform HIV point of care (POC) test and also carry out cervical smears.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and efficient manner.
  • Ability to work with diverse staff as needed.
  • Demonstrate a special interest in the area of community medicine.
  • Ability to travel between all clinic locations as needed when directed by NTACHC.
  • Participate in any special projects, community events, and committees as required by NTACHC.
  • Meet regularly with the Chief Medical Officer as required by NTACHC.
  • Provide leadership to other clinical staff and healthcare workers.
  • To act as a mentor to staff who require additional support and training
  • To promote a positive image for all who come into contact with NTACHC’s clinical staff
  • Have a broad knowledge of policies and guidelines and ensure appropriate use of these
  • To ensure services at NTACHC are delivered in a clean, well maintained, and safe environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Must be in possession of a valid license to practice in the State of Texas.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medicine and allied services commensurate with his/her training. Board eligibility in Family Practice or Internal Medicine is required; board certification is desirable.
  • Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS and other such certificates to legally operate as a practitioner in the State of Texas.
  • Must possess current CPR course completion card level C.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish optional.
  • Must have strong listening skills, written skills, oral communication skills, and be able to communicate clearly.
  • Consent to scheduled and random drug screen testing as required by NTACHC.
  • Able to navigate NTACHC’s chosen EMR and other computer programs effectively
  • Maintain Board Certification once obtained
  • Complete all CME training required by the Texas Medical Board
  • Completed all CME training required by the providers specialty Board in order to maintain specialty certification once specialty certification is obtained
  • Remain eligible for FTCA coverage
  • Successfully complete NTACHC’s credentialing process
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions associated with this position. Because we are committed to inclusion of those with disabilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions associated with their position.
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually by hand, arm or shoulder.
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object 25-50 pounds.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Exposure: To communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions or working under irregular hours.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work in a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryHealthcare

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for a...

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT, OB/GYN CMA
Arlington, Texas, Southeast Fort Worth, Texas
Posted 5 days ago
Must have experience in Family Medicine or Women's Health

JOB SUMMARY

Performs duties under direction of the Associate Director of Nursing to assist in examination and treatment of patients. Under general supervision, makes interpretations and exercises some discretion in routine situations

POSITION GOAL

Provide direct patient care with utmost customer service, compassion, and integrity to patients/clients in a clinic setting.

SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION

Excellent and competitive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Company matching retirement plan and generous paid time off to include vacation and sick leave accruals starting from the date of hire.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Obtains, evaluates, and records patient history in medical file.
  • Obtains and measures vital signs and records information on patients' charts.
  • Screens patients according to NTACHC protocols (i.e. obtaining vital signs, height, weight, vision/hearing testing) and any other procedures directed by the supervising provider/clinical coordinator, or nurse.
  • Assists in the examination of patients under the direction of a physician.
  • Explains treatment procedures to patients.
  • Prepares and administers oral medications and routine immunizations, under supervision of licensed clinical staff.
  • Performs routine diagnostic and laboratory tests.
  • Respond to request for follow-up, manage tasks in NextGen.
  • Performs accurate charting in medical record in accordance with NTACHC policies and procedures.
  • Provide assistance to nurses, medical assistants and providers as needed.
  • Maintain exam room and work areas (i.e. keeping well-stocked, orderly and clean, to include disinfecting exam tables between patients as per infection control policy.)
  • Maintain strict infection control (i.e., sterilizing instruments, performing procedures, needle disposal, etc.).
  • Perform phlebotomy/ finger stick as permitted by training.
  • Administers injections according to position requirements (i.e., subcutaneous, intramuscular and intradermal injections).
  • Perform procedures, as ordered (i.e., EKGs, nebulizer treatments, pulse oximeter, ear lavages, etc.).
  • Able to accurately make/cancel/reschedule appointments in the computer appointment system. Able to follow-up on appointment to determine patient compliance and contract patients to reschedule (no-show policy)
  • Understand all emergency protocols and respond accordingly.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to recognize and respect cultural diversity of patients.
  • Serve as the communication liaison between patient and physician. Capable of documenting patient communication and clinical treatment accurately and appropriately.
  • Recognize and respond effectively to verbal, nonverbal, and written communication.
  • Ability to follow established policies and procedures dealing with health care.
  • Comply with established risk management and safety procedures.
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team.
  • Must respect the confidential nature of medical information.
  • Working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Able to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations.
  • Capable of using experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Good computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Able to read and interpret documents such as charts, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Professional manner and appearance.
  • Emotional and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Strength sufficient to: lift some patients, move heavy equipment on wheels (up to approximately 250 lbs.), and to move patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Current Basic Life Support certification for healthcare providers from one of the following organizations is required.
    • American Heart Association
    • American Red Cross
  • Medical Assistant Certificate from one of the following organizations required.
    • CMA - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
    • RMA - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
    • CCMA- National Health Career Association (NHA)
    • NRCMA through National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP)
    • NCMA- National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • Prior professional experience as a Medical Assistant is a definite plus.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance as traveling to different clinic locations may be required at times.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions associated with this position. Because we are committed to inclusion of those with disabilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions associated with their position.

  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling over.
  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually by hand, arm or shoulder.
  • Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs.
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through use of two or more.
  • Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects by means of skin receptors.
  • Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers.
  • Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping or otherwise working with hand(s).
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear.
  • Pulling: Exerting force on an object so that it is moving to the person.
  • Pushing: Exerting force on an object so that the object is away.
  • Reaching: Extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position.
  • Stooping: Bending the body by bending the spine at the waist.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot on uneven surfaces.
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object 25-50 pounds.

Thank you for your interest in North Texas Area Community Health Centers.

Job Features

Job CategoryHealth Care

Must have experience in Family Medicine or Women’s Health JOB SUMMARY Performs duties under direction of the Associate Director of Nursing to assist in examination and treatment of patients. Und...

PATIENT FINANCIAL COUNSELOR
Fort Worth, Texas
Posted 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY

Patient Financial Counselor (PFC) is responsible for indirect patient care under the supervision of the Patient Access Manager. He/she will support the clinical workflow in the team based care model  while also performing a variety of task to assist in the delivery of quality care. Responsible for interviewing, verifying insurance benefits, assisting and performing financial case management for uninsured and under-insured patients. Reviews, evaluates and coordinates health insurance benefits available through public and private health care coverage programs to ensure payment. Provides guidance and positive leadership in day-to-day activities and interacts with staff, patients,  public and private partners.

The Patient Financial Counselor will work closely with the clinical and billing departments.

Candidates must be a strong team player and have excellent communication, organization and follow-up skills with the ability to multi-task. The candidate must be able to facilitate, educate and communicate the financial aspects of seeking treatment at NTACHC with patients/families. This position will be responsible for determining a suitable financial assistance program identified as being in need, providing cost estimates to patients and providers.

Must demonstrate professionalism and cultural sensitivity in coordinating activities and communicating with all customers, peers, and the community at large. Conducts self in a professional, respectful and courteous manner during all interactions. Works effectively and collaboratively with others toward common goals.

POSITION GOAL

Provide patient care with utmost customer service, compassion, and integrity to patients/clients in a clinic setting.

SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION

Excellent and competitive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Company matching retirement plan and generous paid time off to include vacation and sick leave accruals starting from the date of hire.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Responsible for overseeing the Financial Counselors in their daily role and responsibilities in the event the Medical and Health Services Manager is unavailable.
  2. Ability to identify process improvement opportunities within the Financial Counselor operations.
  3. Interviews and counsels under-insured and uninsured patients to determine financial eligibility.
  4. Assists uninsured and under-insured patients with the application for the NTACHC Sliding Fee Scale program, Medicaid, HTW and programs.
  5. Ensures complete and accurate applications following the guidelines of the Sliding Fee Process protocol.
  6. Follows up with patients to assist with receipt of verification paperwork to complete applications and eligibility.
  7. Answering patients’ questions regarding scheduling, financials, etc.
  8. General miscellaneous clerical duties.
  9. Provide information about insurance affordability programs and coverage options.
  10. Interview benefit recipients at specified intervals to certify their eligibility for continuing benefits.
  11. Answers the telephone in a prompt, courteous manner identifying their name, and department they are working in
  12. Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation with other departments and allied professionals
  13. Helps in registration when needed
  14. Obtains and copies insurance cards and updates all financial data in the patient account
  15. Posting of payments.
  16. Interpret and explain information such as eligibility requirements, application details.
    Initiate procedures to grant, modify, deny assistance, or refer applicants to other agencies.
    Compile records, and evaluate personal and financial data.
  17. Work with team members to identify system and workflow improvements to enhance efficiencies.
  18. Work with various city, state, and federal agencies to assist patients with enrollment in various programs.
  19. Keep current and knowledgeable of all policies, procedures, processes while ensuring staff is educated.
  20. Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

  1. Oral and written communication skills at a level typically acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program in public health, health education, communications or related progra An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  2. Knowledge of the health and human services infrastructure, health insurance programs and public coverage options – Preferred
  3. Ability to effectively develop and nurture relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
  4. Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks.
  5. Ability to enthusiastically communication with potential enrollees.
  6. Strong computer skills with proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, internet- based applications and the Microsoft operating system.
  7. Ability to travel for work purposes.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associates degree or 1 – 3 years of financial screening experience.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) in verbal and written communication is highly preferred
  • A high degree of organization and accuracy.
  • Perform complex and comprehensive medical care on a variety of patients.
  • Must have strong listening, written and oral communication skills, with ability to communicate clearly.
  • Must have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to all age spectrum's.
  • Train and evaluate assigned staff.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and efficient manner.
  • Ability to work with diverse staff as needed.
  • Valid ID and Auto Insurance for work travels

 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions associated with this position. Because we are committed to inclusion of those with disabilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions associated with their position.

  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually by hand, arm or shoulder.
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object 25-50 pounds.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions or working under irregular hours.
  • Exposure: To communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work in a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

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Job Features

Job CategoryHealth Care

JOB SUMMARY Patient Financial Counselor (PFC) is responsible for indirect patient care under the supervision of the Patient Access Manager. He/she will support the clinical workflow in the team based ...

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Arlington, Texas, Fort Worth, Texas
Posted 5 days ago

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for an out-patient, primary care community health center with multicultural, multilingual patient population.

Position Goal

Provide patient care with utmost customer service, compassion, and integrity to patients/clients in a clinic setting.

Schedule/Compensation

Excellent and competitive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Company matching retirement plan and generous paid time off to include vacation and sick leave accruals starting from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

  1. Examines, diagnoses and treats patients of all ages, but with a focus on adult medicine.
  2. From time to time, provides in-service training for staff in selected topics in Internal or adult medicine as deemed necessary by the CMO.
  3. Completes medical charts after each visit according to the problem-oriented medical records system.
  4. Provides quality medical care according to standards established by the NTACHC committee on quality assurance.
  5. Supervises medical assistants and lab personnel in area of specific support services for patient care delivery.
  6. Attends internal and external meetings, workshops, and conferences, and participates on task forces or committees, as necessary and/or required by NTACHC.
  7. Performs all duties and services in full compliance with NTACHC’s policies and protocols.
  8. Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by CMO.

Requirements

Performance Requirements

  1. Courteous, honest and professional at all times.
  2. Sets an example as a medical professional by observing work start and stop times, giving adequate notice for absences, and following clinic’s operational and personnel policies and procedures.
  3. Able to communicate and relate well with providers and clinical staff.
  4. Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements. Observes standards of medical care.
  5. Efficient, organized and accurate.
  6. A high degree of organization and accuracy.
  7. Perform complex and comprehensive medical care on a variety of patients.
  8. Train and evaluate assigned staff.
  9. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and efficient manner.
  10. Ability to work with diverse staff as needed.
  11. Must have strong listening, written and oral communication skills, with ability to communicate clearly.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
  • Current unrestricted license from the Texas Physician Assistant Board to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
  • Current prescriptive authority in the state of Texas (APNP certification) or eligibility for authority in the State of Texas.
  • Annual continuing medical education as required by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
  • Must be registered and have current DEA and other such certificates to legally operate a practitioner in the State of Texas.
  • Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medicine and allied services commensurate with his/her training.
  • Demonstrate a special interest in the area of community medicine.
  • Ability to speak enough Spanish to examine Spanish-speaking patients and converse on basic level strongly preferred.
  • Ability to relate to culturally diverse patients and community.
  • Must have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to all age spectrums.
  • Bilingual-English/Spanish preferred.

Typical Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions associated with this position. Because we are committed to inclusion of those with disabilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions associated with their position.

  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually by hand, arm or shoulder.
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object 25-50 pounds.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Exposure: To communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions or working under irregular hours.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work in a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryHealthcare

Job Summary Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for an out-...

INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
Arlington, Texas, Fort Worth, Texas, Southeast Fort Worth, Texas
Posted 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for an out-patient, primary care community health center with multicultural, multilingual patient population.

POSITION GOAL

Provide patient care with utmost customer service, compassion, and integrity to patients/clients in a clinic setting.

SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION

Excellent and competitive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.   Company matching retirement plan and generous paid time off to include vacation and sick leave accruals starting from the date of hire.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform direct patient care duties.
  • Examines, diagnoses and treats patients of all ages.
  • Referral of patients that require services beyond the services that are offered at NTACHC
  • Referral of NTACHC patients to other NTACHC providers if the patients requires services beyond the referring NTACHC’s provider’s scope of practices
  • To care for patients referred by other NTACHC providers for primary care services.
  • From time to time, provide in-service training for staff in selected topics as deemed necessary by the CMO.
  • Completes medical charts after each visit according to the problem-oriented medical records system. If not feasible, to comply with NTACHC’s policy and procedures regarding chart completion.
  • Adhere to NTACH’s policy and procedure regarding management of lab results, diagnostic imaging results and after-hours calls.
  • Assists in internal quality control audits.
  • Provides quality medical care according to standards established by the providers specialty and by NTACHC’s committee on quality assurance.
  • Provide supervision to physician assistant(s) or nurse practitioner(s) assigned to the provider by NTACHC up to the number of mid-level providers allowed by the Texas State Board. The provider’s responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to chart view and co-signing of mid-level provider charts.
  • Supervises medical assistants, lab personnel, and other health care professional in area of specific support services for patient care delivery.
  • Attends internal and external meetings, workshops, and conferences required by NTACHC
  • To participates on task forces or committees, as necessary and/or required by NTACHC.
  • Performs all duties and services in full compliance with NTACHC’s policies and protocols.
  • Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals.
  • Administer appropriate contraceptive methods.
  • Provide follow-up exams, problem revisit exams, and pregnancy assessment.
  • Insert IUD's; remove IUD's, insert subdermal contraception, remove subdermal contraception.
  • Provides medical orders for prescription refills, administration of medications, ancillary testing, and/or referrals.
  • Provide referrals to other agencies and medical resources for evaluation/follow-up or treatment; responsible for follow-up of referrals made.
  • Act as resource person for other staff on medical matters; keep informed of current developments in family planning field; may assist in training new staff, students.
  • Work towards agreed personal and service objectives, with freedom to establish how to meet these within a broad framework.
  • Reviews ancillary test results and coordinates notification to the patient.
  • Provides patient education as needed.
  • Supervises patient care by non-clinic agencies including, but not limited to health care, nursing home, or hospice.
  • To be accessible to patients personally, electronically, or through clinical staff to answer questions and relay information regarding their care.
  • Completion of appropriate paper work to comply with insurance and reimbursement guidelines.
  • Completion of all documentation and paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Participate in NTACHC’s on-call schedule.
  • Works closely with the Chief Medical Officer to provide leadership and medical direction for the clinic and clinical staff.
  • Attends all staff, retreats, clinical, board or other special meetings as requested by NTACHC.
  • Performs other appropriate duties as requested by NTACHC’s supervisors.
  • Represent NTACHC at functions as requested.
  • Supports the mission of NTACHC.
  • To always maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Will be available to participate in providing continuity of care.
  • Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the CMO.
  • Remain abreast of current clinical practices/guidelines of the provider’s specialty.
  • Remain abreast of NTACHC’s policy and procedures.
  • To adhere to NTACHC’s policy and procedures regarding assignment of duties to other clinical staff members.
  • To practice within the scope of the providers specialty and in accordance with NTACHC approved privileges.
  • To avoid same day clinic cancellation.
  • To obtain approval from CEO or CMO before cancelling or instructing any NTACHC staff member to cancel a provider’s clinic.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Courteous, honest and professional at all times.
  • Sets an example as a medical professional by observing work start and stop times, giving adequate notice for absences, and following clinic’s operational and personnel policies and procedures.
  • Able to communicate and relate well with providers and clinical staff.
  • Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements. Observes standards of medical care.
  • Efficient, organized and accurate.
  • A high degree of organization and accuracy.
  • Perform complex and comprehensive medical care on a variety of patients.
  • Must have strong listening, written and oral communication skills, with ability to communicate clearly.
  • Must have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to all age spectrums.
  • Train and evaluate assigned staff.
  • Give information and carry out screening for STI's, perform HIV point of care (POC) test and also carry out cervical smears.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and efficient manner.
  • Ability to work with diverse staff as needed.
  • Demonstrate a special interest in the area of community medicine.
  • Ability to travel between all clinic locations as needed when directed by NTACHC.
  • Participate in any special projects, community events, and committees as required by NTACHC.
  • Meet regularly with the Chief Medical Officer as required by NTACHC.
  • Provide leadership to other clinical staff and healthcare workers.
  • To act as a mentor to staff who require additional support and training
  • To promote a positive image for all who come into contact with NTACHC’s clinical staff
  • Have a broad knowledge of policies and guidelines and ensure appropriate use of these
  • To ensure services at NTACHC are delivered in a clean, well maintained, and safe environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Must be in possession of a valid license to practice in the State of Texas.
  • Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medicine and allied services commensurate with his/her training. Board eligibility in Family Practice or Internal Medicine is required; board certification is desirable.
  • Must be registered and have current DEA, DPS and other such certificates to legally operate as a practitioner in the State of Texas.
  • Must possess current CPR course completion card level C.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish optional.
  • Must have strong listening skills, written skills, oral communication skills, and be able to communicate clearly.
  • Consent to scheduled and random drug screen testing as required by NTACHC.
  • Able to navigate NTACHC’s chosen EMR and other computer programs effectively
  • Maintain Board Certification once obtained
  • Complete all CME training required by the Texas Medical Board
  • Completed all CME training required by the providers specialty Board in order to maintain specialty certification once specialty certification is obtained
  • Remain eligible for FTCA coverage
  • Successfully complete NTACHC’s credentialing process

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions associated with this position. Because we are committed to inclusion of those with disabilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions associated with their position.

  • Carrying: Transporting an object, usually by hand, arm or shoulder.
  • Lifting: Raising or lowering an object 25-50 pounds.
  • Repetitive Motions: Making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Exposure: To communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions or working under irregular hours.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work in a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

Thank you for your interest in North Texas Area Community Health Centers.

Job Features

Job CategoryHealthcare

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), delivers primary care commensurate with training to patients of North Texas Area CHC, Inc. (NTACHC). Delivers care appropriate for a...

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