Physician / Internal Medicine / Massachusetts / Locum or Permanent / Homeless Services Primary Care Physician opening south of Boston, MA Job
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| Post Date: |
Mar 15, 2024 |
| Job Type: |
MD |
| Position Type: |
Locum or Permanent |
| Specialty: |
Internal Medicine |
| Location: |
Massachusetts - Brockton |
| Job Reference: |
223991 |
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Description
Seeking BE/BC Primary Care Physician to provide compassionate, patient-centered, trauma informed primary and urgent medical care to patients visiting 2 area shelter clinics. Many of the patients experience complex medical, behavioral, substance use and social needs, including housing and food insecurity.
- Conducts comprehensive primary care services, including well examinations, health care maintenance and episodic urgent sick visits, to patients who present to the clinic located at Father Bill’s and Mainspring shelter.
- Provides assessment, education, and management for comprehensive well health promotion, illness prevention, anticipatory guidance, and screening tests.
- Addresses the behavioral health, substance use and social needs of patients in collaboration with BNHC specialty teams, including the BNHC mobile addiction services unit, and community partners in the greater Brockton area.
- Incorporates trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles into the everyday practice.
- Designs a plan of care based on assessment of physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs and in collaboration with the patient and, if appropriate, community partners.
- Incorporates case management activities into practice and collaborates with multidisciplinary health care team to provide continuity of care of patients.
- Initiates follow-up and specialty referrals for those patients needing further work-up or monitoring of a current situation. Initiates and arranges in-house referrals for medical and non-medical conditions that affect the patient’s health.
- Assesses and evaluates the learning needs of the patient and any barriers to education. Educates patients so that they develop an understanding of the importance of regular well visits for good health maintenance.
- Familiarity and comfortability with the concept of harm reduction by providing guidance to patients on topics including safer injection practices, overdose prevention, and preventing HIV/HCV transmission.
- Maintains practice that is culturally and linguistically sensitive, using interpreters and other assistance as appropriate. Works towards creating a practice that is anti-racist and equitable.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Position offers a competitive salary.
- Employees may participate in our medical, dental, and vision plans as well as disability insurance, life insurance, and 403b with a generous match.
- Clinic also participates in a number of student loan reimbursement programs
The Community:
A vibrant city with rich history, diverse culture, and strong community spirit. Enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, from parks and trails to sports facilities. Explore the city's thriving arts scene, including theaters, galleries, and cultural events. Convenient access to Boston and Cape Cod for additional entertainment and leisure opportunities. Experience a welcoming community with excellent schools and a variety of housing options.
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