Physician

Summary :

At NARA NW, we are dedicated to providing essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to be part of something meaningful. At NARA NW, you'll find a supportive and inclusive work environment where every member of our team is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a positive impact. With a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others. If you are a motivated and dedicated Physician looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Join us at NARA NW and help us build a talented and diverse team dedicated to serving our community. Apply now to be part of our team! Benefits : Employees (regular, permanent) working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective the 1st of the month following date of hire. Affordable Medical and Dental Insurance through Kaiser Permanente 14 Federal Holidays ( Including your Birthday) 13 Days of Sick Time 13 Days of PTO $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D Short Term and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account 401(k) with 4% match Employee Assistance Program Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)

The Wellness Clinic Physician will provide primary health care services and assure that the clinic's medical services are in full compliance with standards, ethics and license requirements of the medical profession.

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Duties :

Assist the Medical Director, to assure that the NARA NW Indian Health Clinic's medical services are in full compliance with standards, ethics and license requirements of the medical profession. This may include supervision of medical students, coordination of locum tenens physicians, contractual physicians, and development of linkages with non-allopathic health care providers such as naturopathic doctors, acupuncturists or herbalists. Engage in collegial consultative relationship with NARA NW Nurse Practitioners, other physicians, mental health practitioners, registered nurses, dieticians, Residential Treatment Center staff, and Outpatient Treatment Center staff. Participate as a member of the clinic's management team. Establish consultative referrals network and coordinate linkages with contractual pharmacy, hospital-based admitting physicians, and reference labs. Provide comprehensive primary health care services defined as holistic health care which the client receives at the first point of contact with the health care system and in continuous and comprehensive and included the following; health promotion; prevention of disease and disability; health maintenance; rehabilitation; identification, diagnosis and management of health problems; and referral to other providers as appropriate. (Oregon Revised Statutes, Chapter 678, Division 50) Provide clinical treatment of acute and chronic illnesses and minor injuries. Treat superficial lesions such as warts, cysts, minor lacerations, abrasions, minor first and second-degree bums within the physicians scope of practice. Treat minor injuries such as strains, sprains, and non-complicating extremity fractures and dislocations within the physicians scope of practice. Evaluate medical histories and perform routine health maintenance examinations for children and adults within the physicians scope of practice. Counsel and instruct patients in health maintenance problems such as : 1) nutrition, diet and weight reduction; 2) risk factor prevention and modification (chemical addictions including alcohol, tobacco and drugs); 3) mental health referrals; 4) self care measures for health maintenance; 5) family planning. Coordinate the care the patient receives from other providers and agencies and advocates for the patient within the health care system. Develop and document plan of care and outcomes evaluation in a timely fashion. Review medical histories and make referrals to other agencies and provider

Qualifications :

1. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Practice or Internal Medicine, Family Practice preferred. 2. Unencumbered Oregon Medical License. 3. Experience working within the Native American / Alaska Native community is considered a plus. 4. If in recovery, must have a minimum of two years sobriety / clean time. 5. Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests. 6. Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks. Work Type : Permanent, Multiple

Work Type : Permanent, Multiple

Who May Apply?

All Groups of Qualified Individuals

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