Primary Care Practitioner
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7 Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description JOB This is a continuous recruitment and can be closed at any time without notice Are you looking to practice medicine and maintain a positive work/life balance? Tulare County's Health Care Centers are currently recruiting for a Physician to join our team of health care professionals dedicated to improving the health and well-being of community members through quality health care services.
The Tulare County Health &Human Services Agency operates two Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Look-Alike clinics focused on providing primary care services to underserved populations throughout the county.
Our vision is a safe and healthy community where patients have access to quality care.
Through the FQHC program, our health care centers aim to remove the barriers many residents find to accessing health care and to ensure quality treatment regardless of ability to pay.
By joining our team, you'll be part of a progressive and innovative working environment where diversity is valued and teamwork is encouraged.
Our health care team comprises health care professionals who specialize in family and internal medicine, pediatrics, women's health, and other specialty services.
Physicians can expect to have a manageable patient workload with great work hours, and can enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a choice of health plans, paid time off, a retirement plan, incentives, and more.
Tulare County Health Care Centers are Federally Qualified Health Care (FQHC) Look-Alike clinics and authorized National Health Service Corp (NHSC) sites.
Medical providers accepting a position at these sites may qualify for loan repayment assistance.
For more information on the loan repayment program, visit http:
//nhsc.
hrsa.
gov/loanrepayment/.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT MAY NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Provide medical services in clinics in the field of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.
Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and administer treatment to patients.
Determine necessity for referral and refer persons requiring special diagnostic procedures or treatments to appropriate sources.
Admit patients to area hospitals as necessary and in coordination with other physicians.
Act as supervising physician for one or two mid-level practitioners.
Maintain clinic records and prepare reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE QUALIFICATIONS LISTED BELOW BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE.
Graduation from a medical school approved by the Board of Medical Quality AssuranceOne year of experience as an intern at a hospital approved by the Board of Medical Quality Assurance; completion of a residency in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice from a program approved by the American Board of Medical SpecialtiesPossession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's license issued by the State of CaliforniaBoard eligible or certified in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or PediatricsObtain a supervising physician certificate from the California Medical Board within the time frame required by the Director of Health ServicesPossession of admitting privileges at a local hospital or hospitals as determined by the Health Service Director.
Applicants may be appointed with immediate application of hospital admitting privileges; continued employment is contingent upon obtaining the specified privileges.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION For additional information about the position, please review the Primary Care Practitioner Flyer.
THE COMMUNITY Tulare County offers a superior quality of life, complete with the friendly neighborhood small-town feel, that offers shopping, dining, and movie and live theater experiences for the whole family.
Stretching from the mountainous Sequoia National Park to the fertile Central Valley, Tulare County is just two and a half hours from the Central Coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Tulare County has something for everyone, from cities like Visalia, Tulare, and Porterville, to rural communities like Orosi and Pixley, and mountain areas such as Three Rivers and Springville.
Working in Visalia doesn't involve much of a commute from the many nearby communities.
Tulare County's geographic location makes it an ideal place to lead an active lifestyle.
Here you can find a wide variety of easily accessible outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, river rafting, boating, fishing, skiing, and biking.
Tulare County has a multitude of county and city parks, and an array of special events such as car shows, parades, and cultural festivals that make it easy and fun to spend quality time with family and friends.
One of the top two agriculture-producing counties in the U.
S.
, Tulare County has eight incorporated cities and over forty towns and communities.
It offers a range of housing and schools to meet residents' unique needs.
There are a handful of colleges and universities within just a short drive, including College of the Sequoias (in Visalia), CSU Bakersfield, CSU Fresno, and Fresno Pacific University.
FUN FACTS Tulare County's $7.
2 billion farm economy is the number 3 agricultural economy in the United States.
In 2019 there were 120 different commodities, over 45 of which were valued at over $1 million.
The county's top ten crops in descending order by cash value are Milk, Cattle, Navel Oranges, Table Grapes, Pistachios, Silage Corn, Nectarines, Alfalfa Hay, Peaches, and Valencia Oranges.
TULARE COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY Mission:
Dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community through the development of effective policies, practices, and services delivered in a culturally and linguistically competent manner.
Located in Visalia in the heart of Central California's San Joaquin Valley, the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) takes an innovative approach to providing a broad range of services to our community.
Programs include services in Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Human Services.
With a staff of nearly 2,000, HHSA provides the best client service by integrating staff and resources based on clients' needs.
Formed in 1995, HHSA combines several interrelated functions and services under a centralized administration.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
7 Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description JOB This is a continuous recruitment and can be closed at any time without notice Are you looking to practice medicine and maintain a positive work/life balance? Tulare County's Health Care Centers are currently recruiting for a Physician to join our team of health care professionals dedicated to improving the health and well-being of community members through quality health care services.
The Tulare County Health &Human Services Agency operates two Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Look-Alike clinics focused on providing primary care services to underserved populations throughout the county.
Our vision is a safe and healthy community where patients have access to quality care.
Through the FQHC program, our health care centers aim to remove the barriers many residents find to accessing health care and to ensure quality treatment regardless of ability to pay.
By joining our team, you'll be part of a progressive and innovative working environment where diversity is valued and teamwork is encouraged.
Our health care team comprises health care professionals who specialize in family and internal medicine, pediatrics, women's health, and other specialty services.
Physicians can expect to have a manageable patient workload with great work hours, and can enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a choice of health plans, paid time off, a retirement plan, incentives, and more.
Tulare County Health Care Centers are Federally Qualified Health Care (FQHC) Look-Alike clinics and authorized National Health Service Corp (NHSC) sites.
Medical providers accepting a position at these sites may qualify for loan repayment assistance.
For more information on the loan repayment program, visit http:
//nhsc.
hrsa.
gov/loanrepayment/.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT MAY NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Provide medical services in clinics in the field of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.
Examine, diagnose, prescribe, and administer treatment to patients.
Determine necessity for referral and refer persons requiring special diagnostic procedures or treatments to appropriate sources.
Admit patients to area hospitals as necessary and in coordination with other physicians.
Act as supervising physician for one or two mid-level practitioners.
Maintain clinic records and prepare reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE QUALIFICATIONS LISTED BELOW BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE.
Graduation from a medical school approved by the Board of Medical Quality AssuranceOne year of experience as an intern at a hospital approved by the Board of Medical Quality Assurance; completion of a residency in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice from a program approved by the American Board of Medical SpecialtiesPossession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's license issued by the State of CaliforniaBoard eligible or certified in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or PediatricsObtain a supervising physician certificate from the California Medical Board within the time frame required by the Director of Health ServicesPossession of admitting privileges at a local hospital or hospitals as determined by the Health Service Director.
Applicants may be appointed with immediate application of hospital admitting privileges; continued employment is contingent upon obtaining the specified privileges.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION For additional information about the position, please review the Primary Care Practitioner Flyer.
THE COMMUNITY Tulare County offers a superior quality of life, complete with the friendly neighborhood small-town feel, that offers shopping, dining, and movie and live theater experiences for the whole family.
Stretching from the mountainous Sequoia National Park to the fertile Central Valley, Tulare County is just two and a half hours from the Central Coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Tulare County has something for everyone, from cities like Visalia, Tulare, and Porterville, to rural communities like Orosi and Pixley, and mountain areas such as Three Rivers and Springville.
Working in Visalia doesn't involve much of a commute from the many nearby communities.
Tulare County's geographic location makes it an ideal place to lead an active lifestyle.
Here you can find a wide variety of easily accessible outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, river rafting, boating, fishing, skiing, and biking.
Tulare County has a multitude of county and city parks, and an array of special events such as car shows, parades, and cultural festivals that make it easy and fun to spend quality time with family and friends.
One of the top two agriculture-producing counties in the U.
S.
, Tulare County has eight incorporated cities and over forty towns and communities.
It offers a range of housing and schools to meet residents' unique needs.
There are a handful of colleges and universities within just a short drive, including College of the Sequoias (in Visalia), CSU Bakersfield, CSU Fresno, and Fresno Pacific University.
FUN FACTS Tulare County's $7.
2 billion farm economy is the number 3 agricultural economy in the United States.
In 2019 there were 120 different commodities, over 45 of which were valued at over $1 million.
The county's top ten crops in descending order by cash value are Milk, Cattle, Navel Oranges, Table Grapes, Pistachios, Silage Corn, Nectarines, Alfalfa Hay, Peaches, and Valencia Oranges.
TULARE COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY Mission:
Dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community through the development of effective policies, practices, and services delivered in a culturally and linguistically competent manner.
Located in Visalia in the heart of Central California's San Joaquin Valley, the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) takes an innovative approach to providing a broad range of services to our community.
Programs include services in Public Health, Behavioral Health, and Human Services.
With a staff of nearly 2,000, HHSA provides the best client service by integrating staff and resources based on clients' needs.
Formed in 1995, HHSA combines several interrelated functions and services under a centralized administration.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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