Family Medicine Resident Preceptor Physician at First Choice Community Healthcare INC

Description

Family Medicine (MD) Resident Preceptor

• The unique opportunity to precept first, second, and third year UNM Family Medicine Residents at the South Valley Clinic. The South Valley Clinic has consistently been one of the most successful and highly sought-after sites for residency training. We strive to provide excellence in teaching and patient-care experience. Our residents learn in a dynamic workplace environment and graduate with excellent experience in the full-spectrum practice of Family Medicine. 
• Precept up to 50-100% of your clinical patient-facing hours, depending on your FTE.
• Have a panel of your own patients for the remainder of your clinical time or you can be a float or access physician who works at one or multiple sites without a panel. 
• Teaching/precepting experience is preferred. Must practice full-spectrum family medicine, including but not limited to OB/Prenatal care, Pediatrics, common outpatient office procedures, medications for opioid use disorder, and some familiarity with gender affirming care or at a minimum an interest in learning.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Administrative time for non-clinical opportunities also available if interested. Opportunities available include support for resident wellness curriculum development, community outreach, EHR training, scholarly presentations/projects, and scholarly publications.

Requirements

C. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• State of New Mexico licensed physician (M.D.) required; 
• Completion of residency with board certification/eligibility in family practice, internal medicine, or pediatrics preferred.  
• Previous training and experience working with underserved populations and
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred.  

D. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Medical Specialty License or Certification; 
• State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification; 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty; 
• CPR Certified

E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. 
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. 
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. 
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. 
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise. 
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. 
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. 

F. AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED

• Neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric

G. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS/WORKING CONDITIONS

1. A person in this position has sufficient time to complete most tasks although under pressure depending on patient and organization demands. There are opportunities to relax from any physical exertion or to change position in work activities.
2.  Physical Effort and Dexterity: Good dexterity to operate personal computer and medical equipment. Position requires moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.  
3.  Machines, Tools, Equipment: Capable of using medical equipment, office machines and personal computers for word-processing and data entry.        
4.  Visual Acuity, Hearing, and Speaking: Must be able to read results of medical tests and computer monitor and outputs accurately. Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately for work and safety compliance.
5.   Environment/Working Conditions: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment. Work is inside a clinic in a controlled environment at multiple health centers working with managers, providers, support staff, and FCCH partners. Normal office and clinic safety precautions and practices are required. Position requires travel throughout the Albuquerque metropolitan area. Work regularly scheduled Monday-Saturday, although weekends may be required to attend meetings and conferences, and meet deadlines, special clinics.       

This description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Applicants may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.