Family Physician

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Family Medicine Primary Care Provider – Wells River and Bradford, VT 05033

LITTLE RIVERS HEALTH CARE, INC.

- Federally Qualified Health Center

Physician – Family Medicine with OB

Maternity Care Target Areas (MCTA) supplementary score = 17

This Family Medicine Primary Care Provider job involves providing comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages, focusing on preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of common illnesses. This role serves as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care, guiding them on health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment.

• Managing the overall health and wellness of patients, including preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of various conditions.
• Providing patients and their families with information about treatment options and care goals.
• Working with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, physician assistants, and specialists, to ensure coordinated care.

• Maintaining accurate and detailed medical records, including patient history, examinations, and treatment plans.
• Participating in on-call rotations when needed.

• Education:
  
  Completion of an accredited medical school and a residency program in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics.
• Board Certification/Eligibility:
  Must be board certified or eligible in Family Medicine.
• Licensure:
  Valid Vermont medical license.
• Experience:
  
  Prior experience in a primary care or community health setting is often preferred.
• Skills:
  
  Strong clinical and interpersonal skills are essential.

Little Rivers Health Care (LRHC) is a non-profit, community-based Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Vermont. They aim to provide high-quality, comprehensive primary care to individuals and families in their service area, which includes several towns in Vermont and neighboring New Hampshire. LRHC's mission is to provide respectful and comprehensive primary healthcare for all residents in their region, regardless of their ability to pay.

They focus on addressing the unique health needs of the community and reaching the medically underserved.

• Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC):
  Receives federal funding to provide primary care in underserved areas and offers comprehensive services beyond traditional practices, such as assisting with access to oral health, behavioral health, and care coordination.
• Not-for-profit and community-based:
  Governed by a community board of directors, with a majority being users of their services.
• Affordable care:
  Utilizes a sliding fee scale based on Federal Poverty Guidelines, ensuring care is accessible regardless of ability to pay. Also offers free health screening and community health education.
• Comprehensive services:
  Includes primary care, obstetrics, gynecology, counseling, and rural outreach. Helps patients access oral and behavioral health services through partnerships and internal efforts.
• Focus on patient-centered care:
  Team-based model, recognized as an NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home, emphasizing access, health information technology, and coordinated patient care.
• Community engagement:
  Works with local agencies, provides health education, and conducts outreach to specific groups such as seasonal agricultural workers. Participates in programs like Reach Out and Read to promote literacy during pediatric visits.

• Pay: $ - $ per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Job Types: Full-time, Contract
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

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