Physician - Family Medicine

Department: Medical

Reports To: Medical Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Classification: Full-Time Regular

Work Condition: On Site

Pay Rate:

The Family Medicine Physician provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care services to individuals and families across their lifespan. This position is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic medical conditions; conducting preventive health screenings; prescribing medications within the scope of practice; and developing individualized treatment plans.

The Family Medicine Physician collaborates with advanced healthcare professionals, medical assistants, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and other healthcare team members to coordinate care, improve patient outcomes, and ensure continuity of services. The position supports HALO’s mission of providing high-quality, accessible, culturally sensitive, and cost-effective healthcare to underserved and vulnerable populations.

The duties and responsibilities described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks, duties, or responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary to meet organizational needs. Reasonable accommodation may be provided as necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Clinical Care and Patient Management

• Conduct comprehensive medical examinations, health assessments, and patient consultations.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and common medical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, patient needs, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Provide preventive care, including routine physical examinations, health screenings, immunizations, and patient education.
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, cardiovascular disease, and other common primary care conditions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of licensure and applicable laws and regulations.
• Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical studies.
• Identify urgent and emergent medical conditions and arrange appropriate stabilization, treatment, or referral.
• Provide age-appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within the physician's training and clinical privileges.
• Maintain appropriate follow-up and continuity of care to support positive patient outcomes.

Care Coordination and Patient Education

• Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, pharmacies, behavioral health providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication use, preventive health, and disease management.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment decisions and shared decision-making.
• Support referrals, transitions of care, and follow-up services to promote continuity and reduce gaps in treatment.
• Recognize and address barriers to healthcare access, including language, transportation, cultural differences, and socioeconomic factors.
• Work collaboratively with care management and patient outreach teams to support patients with complex medical and social needs.

Clinical Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records in the electronic health record system.
• Document assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, referrals, procedures, and follow-up instructions.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws; professional standards; clinical protocols; and organizational policies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other applicable privacy and security requirements.
• Support compliance with applicable healthcare program requirements, payer contracts, quality standards, and regulatory audits.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, chart reviews, and patient safety activities.
• Ensure medical services are documented appropriately to support continuity of care, billing accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety

• Follow established infection prevention, medication safety, and patient safety protocols.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and identify opportunities to improve care delivery and patient experience.
• Support preventive care initiatives and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Report safety concerns, adverse events, and potential compliance issues through established channels.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case consultations, and organizational improvement activities as assigned.

Team Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary healthcare team to support effective clinic operations.
• Communicate clinical expectations and coordinate patient care with medical support staff.
• Provide clinical guidance and consultation to other healthcare professionals within the physician's scope of responsibility and organizational policies.
• Participate in staff education, clinical training, and mentorship activities as assigned.
• Maintain professional conduct and respectful communication with patients, coworkers, visitors, and external partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, provider meetings, and continuing medical education activities.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the position, qualifications, and organizational needs.