Medical Physician - LGBTQ+ Services

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)  

• Meet with patients to assess their symptoms; inquire into the nature of their illness or injury.
• Accurately identify and diagnose medical conditions.
• Thoroughly examine patients and attend to their chief complaint. 
• Answer and advise on any other questions or concerns the patient might have. 
• Assign appropriate treatment plan according to each patient’s needs 
• Educate and inform patient of necessary treatment plan and any follow-up appointments. 
• Perform clinical tests to better inform diagnosis.
• Perform in-office treatment if possible.
• Look for anything unusual or abnormal.
• Prescribe appropriate medicines or therapy.
• Calculate correct medication dosage for each patient and educate on proper use. 
• Order outside diagnostic tests and lab work as needed (blood/urine test, tissue samples, imagery, etc.). 
• Analyze and share results of diagnostic testing with patient. 
• Continually chart and maintain patient information on paper and in computer system. 
• Conduct follow-ups with patients to monitor and track their condition and progress. 
• Refer patient to a medical specialist when needed. 
• Maintain confidentiality and always work with respect and integrity. 
• Encourage preventative health measures including proper diet, rest and exercise. 
• Direct, train, and supervise medical staff including nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and med techs on proper procedures and protocol. 
• Attend conferences and continue research in your field 
• Other duties may be assigned, as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Doctorate in Medicine (M.D. or D.O.) 
• Valid license to practice; board certified 
• 2+ years practicing medicine in hospital or private practice 
• Adept at diagnosing problems and creating treatment plans for patients 
• Highly computer literate and familiar with charting 
• Excels in communicating sensitive and/or adverse information 
• Sound judgment and expert decision-making abilities 
• Analytical thinker and complex problem-solver 
• Sound understanding of all federal and state regulations including HIPPA and OSHA.  
• Current Basic Life Support certification. 
• Experience in the HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C and chronic diseases care/ management preferred. 
• Basic knowledge of other infectious diseases and state/ federal reporting requirements. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of effects of psychosocial needs, trauma history, and cognitive/behavioral/motivational functioning on health-related behavior and exhibit ability to intervene appropriately and effectively. 
• Have the appropriate level of behavioral maturity and patience in handling a variety of patient types and needs. 
• Have diplomacy and tact in handling difficult and irate patients. 
• Ability to work effectively with men and transgender women of diverse races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientation in a multicultural environment.  

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check to include a 7-year criminal, 10-year SSN & employer history reference check  
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Must be able to work flexible schedules 
• Must take yearly flu shot or wear mask during flu season and test for tuberculosis as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.