Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Birmingham, AL
Company: Optigy
Category: Family Practice
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Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) Position OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) to join our innovative network of neighborhood primary care centers in Birmingham, AL. This full-time opportunity is designed for a healthcare professional who is passionate about delivering equitable and effective value-based care to local Medicare patient populations. As a Primary Care Physician, you will play a pivotal role in improving health outcomes and enhancing the patient experience within a supportive clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide comprehensive primary care services to adult and geriatric patients, focusing on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and wellness.
- Utilize a value-based care model to prioritize patient health outcomes and minimize unnecessary hospital admissions.
- Work collaboratively as part of an integrated care team, which includes a scribe, medical assistant, and social worker, to deliver coordinated and patient-centered care.
- Conduct patient visits with a typical volume of 13-16 patients per day, allowing for 20-minute standard appointments and 40-minute sessions for diagnostics and new patients.
- Document patient encounters using Canopy and Greenway EMR systems to ensure accurate and timely record-keeping.
- Leverage on-site laboratory services, including phlebotomy, and access specialist consultations through RubiconMD to enhance patient care.
- Participate in community engagement activities held in clinic community rooms, such as exercise classes, wellness events, and patient enrichment programs.
- Contribute to a collegial environment alongside a team of 3-5 providers, including nurse practitioners and fellow primary care physicians.
- Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from an accredited institution.
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
- Active, unrestricted, and non-probationary medical license in the state of Alabama.
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-focused care.
- Fellowship training in Geriatrics is preferred, but not required.
- This position is not open to residents.
- Physician partnership track with opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Six weeks of paid time off, encompassing vacation, major holidays, and continuing medical education (CME).
- Annual $5,000 CME stipend for ongoing professional development.
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) investment plan with up to 4% company match, vested immediately.
- Provided medical malpractice insurance for peace of mind.
- Relocation package available on a case-by-case basis.
- Sign-on incentives are available for qualifying primary care physicians.
Birmingham, AL offers a vibrant and growing healthcare community, making it an excellent location for primary care physicians to practice and contribute to the well-being of diverse patient populations. The city’s supportive network of healthcare professionals and accessible resources foster a collaborative and rewarding work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWe are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.