About this role
David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team!
The Health Center Pediatrician works under the supervision of the Medical Director, and in close coordination with the Chief Executive Officer and other clinical personnel. The Pediatrician provides direct medical care to all patients, which includes an examination, diagnosis and treatment; and also provides referrals to specialists or hospitals when indicated.
Essential Skills:
- Provides direct medical care to clinic patients, including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
- Provides in-patient care via local hospital.
- Accepts emergency calls as scheduled or as necessary.
- Meets with other members of the staff and participates in the planning and implementation of health service improvements.
- Frequent contact is maintained with the Medical Director to whom he/she is responsible.
- Performance is evaluated in terms of patient care quality, by conference, and by observation.
- Serves on the health services program committee to review program activities.
- Sets health maintenance protocols for patients.
- Documents appropriate patient education.
- Completes charts in a timely manner.
- Generates all notes (Master IM, Patient Plan, OV Summary).
- Documents on-call assessments.
- Meets productivity goals.
- May be required to attend conference and training sessions within Louisiana or out-of-state locations.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited medical school.
- Completion of one (1) year internship at accredited medical training program.
- Must be licensed to practice medicine in the State of Louisiana.
- Experience with electronic health records required, preferably NextGen or similar EHS.
- Must be available to work after hours and weekends as required by management.
WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health care services to all. We have six center locations and twelve school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission, vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.
WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.
All applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or indeed.
Other facts
About David Raines Community Health Center
Since opening our doors in 1992, David Raines Community Health Centers has always been committed to providing quality and affordable health care. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), providing health care to all regardless of race, national origin, insurance status or income. We are nationally accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by the National Committee on Quality Assurance as a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
Our Vision
To be the provider of choice for quality health care and an advocate for services that improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Our Mission
To provide accessible, affordable, comprehensive and quality health care services to the communities we serve.
Our commitment of “Putting People First” ensures that all families – insured, uninsured, underserved—have the opportunity to receive quality medical services. DRCHC maintains organizational flexibility so that we can respond and take part in medical service opportunities that improve and promote healthy lifestyles regardless of race, social or economic status.
Our Services
Dental
WIC Services
Family Medicine
Pediatric Medicine
Pharmacy
Women's Health Services
Behavioral Health
Vision
What you'll do
- The Pediatrician provides direct medical care to patients, including examination, diagnosis, and treatment, while also coordinating with other clinical personnel. They are responsible for maintaining patient care quality and participating in health service improvements.
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