Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Cleveland, OH
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Family Practice
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Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) Job OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for a full-time, locum tenens opportunity. This position offers the chance to work in an innovative healthcare environment focused on providing comprehensive outpatient care for senior patients. The role is based in Cleveland, OH, and is structured around a value-based care model that prioritizes patient well-being and community engagement. Physicians will work within a collaborative team, ensuring that all patients receive continuous and respectful care while supporting their health and wellness goals.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver primary outpatient medical care to a diverse panel of senior patients, many of whom present with complex conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension.
- Work within a value-based care framework to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the overall health of the community served.
- Manage a patient panel with a maximum of 650 individuals, averaging 10-12 patient visits per day to ensure thorough, individualized attention.
- Coordinate with a dedicated care team, including a medical assistant, scheduler, referral specialist, and receive full leadership support to streamline patient care and administrative tasks.
- Provide continuity of care by building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families.
- Perform office-based procedures such as suturing, joint injections, skin biopsies, and basic wound care as needed.
- Participate in multidisciplinary activities aimed at promoting wellness among seniors, including exercise and art programs.
- Uphold best-in-class standards for ethical, patient-centered medical practice.
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board Certification in Family Medicine (FM) or Internal Medicine (IM) is required.
- Active, unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the relevant state.
- Current DEA registration for prescribing medications.
- Experience or proficiency in office-based procedures such as suturing, joint injections, skin biopsies, and basic wound care.
- A fellowship in Geriatrics is a plus but not required for this primary care physician position.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to seniors with multiple chronic conditions.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with a multi-disciplinary care team.
- Malpractice coverage with tail coverage included.
- Travel and lodging accommodations provided for locum tenens physicians working in Cleveland, OH.
Enjoy the opportunity to practice medicine in Cleveland, OH, a vibrant city known for its diverse communities and robust healthcare network.
Employment TypeThis is a full-time, locum tenens position for a Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) focused on outpatient care.