Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Port Charlotte, FL
Job Type: Direct
Company: Optigy
Salary: $260,000 + 20% bonus
Category: Geriatrics
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Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for a full-time outpatient opportunity in Port Charlotte, FL. As a member of our innovative healthcare team, you will be responsible for delivering patient-centered care in a modern, patient-focused clinic environment. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare to the community, with an emphasis on fostering wellness and continuity of care. Physicians joining our team will have the unique opportunity to work with a supportive staff and a patient population that values proactive, holistic healthcare. Working in Port Charlotte, FL, offers the advantage of serving a vibrant and growing community with access to excellent resources and amenities.
Responsibilities- Provide comprehensive primary care services to adult and senior patients in an outpatient setting.
- Manage a patient panel with a focus on seniors with multiple chronic conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension.
- Maintain continuity of care and build long-term relationships with patients and their families.
- Collaborate with a dedicated care team, including a medical assistant, scheduler, referral specialist, and leadership support, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with value-based care models and quality metrics, such as HEDIS standards.
- Take part in care initiatives that reduce hospital admissions and improve patient satisfaction.
- Document patient encounters and coordinate care using modern electronic health records and practice management systems.
- Participate in a shared call schedule, based on the number of providers in the market.
- Perform office procedures such as suturing, joint injections, skin biopsies, and basic wound care as needed.
- Promote patient engagement in wellness activities offered by the clinic, including exercise and art programs.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required.
- Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine (FM) or Internal Medicine (IM).
- Current, unrestricted, and active medical license to practice medicine in the state of Florida.
- Current DEA registration.
- Proficient in basic office procedures such as suturing, joint injections, skin biopsies, and wound care.
- Fellowship training in Geriatrics is a plus, but not required.
- Commitment to delivering value-based, patient-centered primary care.
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance options, with coverage available for families.
- Paid parental leave program.
- 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, including a 4.5% company matching contribution when you contribute 6% per pay period.
- Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and floating holidays, totaling up to 29 days per year.
- Malpractice insurance provided with tail coverage.
- Full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Outpatient care only—no inpatient responsibilities.
- Supportive work environment with access to leadership and care coordination resources.
Our organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace for all. We value diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.