Physician - OBGYN

About Company

As one of the largest primary care practices in Southwest Georgia, Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) provides health care services to more than 54,964 patients and nearly 217,386 office visits per year. AAPHC is also one of the largest Community Health Centers in our region! To learn more about Community Health Centers, and how this benefits Southwest Georgia.

At AAPHC, we strive to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and continuous care to all who access our services. Did you know that all qualifying medical offices operated by AAPHC are recognized as a Level III Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA)? NCQA offers three levels of PCMH recognition with Level III being the highest level.

As a Level III PCMH, AAPHC is committed to continuously raising the quality of care within our practices, while also lowering our patients health care costs.

Our health care teams are comprised of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives. Assisting these providers are clinical staff members, laboratory personnel, and business office professionals.

Our goal is to always provide access, and even expand access, to your provider so you always can reach AAPHC when you need us most! When you visit an AAPHC office, you can trust that you'll be well cared for by our team. Always.

As a Physician within a Federally Qualified Health Center, you will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive medical care to patients across diverse populations in the South Georgia. Your primary objective will be to conduct thorough initial patient evaluations to accurately diagnose health conditions and develop effective treatment plans. You will apply clinical knowledge and evidence-based practices to manage acute and chronic illnesses, ensuring patient safety and promoting overall wellness.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams will be essential to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes. Additionally, you will maintain detailed medical records and stay current with medical advancements to provide the highest standard of care.

We have a great benefit package to include company paid Life, Short ad long term disability with 10 paid holidays !
PLUS a $100,000 sign on bonus paid in 2 installments over 4 years, and a billable hours option to control your income potential and schedule.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid and unrestricted medical license to practice in the United States.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in a relevant medical specialty.
• Strong knowledge of clinical evaluation techniques and patient care protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare teams.

• Board certification in a medical specialty relevant to the practice setting.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation.
• Advanced training or fellowship in subspecialty areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing medical education and professional development.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary healthcare environments or community health settings.

• Perform initial patient evaluations including medical history review, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient needs.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary to achieve optimal health outcomes.
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, preventive care, and treatment options.
• Stay informed about the latest medical research, technologies, and best practices to continually enhance clinical skills.

The required skills of initial patient evaluation and clinical application are fundamental to daily physician responsibilities, enabling accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Physicians utilize these skills to gather comprehensive patient information, interpret clinical data, and apply medical knowledge to manage diverse health conditions. Preferred skills such as proficiency with electronic health records enhance efficiency in documentation and care coordination. Strong communication skills facilitate clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment options to patients and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Continuous learning and adaptability ensure that physicians remain current with evolving medical standards and technologies, ultimately improving patient care quality.