Description
NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center is seeking a board-certified/eligible Family Physician to provide the full-spectrum of ambulatory family medicine in a community clinic setting. Our practice is a diverse, urban, community health center in North Minneapolis whose mission is “partnering to create a healthier community.” This is a part-time to full-time Family Physician position, depending on clinic requirements and candidate preference.
The Family Physician will provide primary care medical services; perform diagnostic techniques; interpret diagnostic test results; solicit patient medical information; collaborate with appropriate personnel in planning patient care; participate in research activities; instruct ancillary and student personnel; and review records and reports. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to respect, appreciate, and promote teamwork among diverse co-workers and patients.
Candidates who are looking to serve in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) will be pleased to know that NorthPoint's score is 18. Health care providers that help underserved communities are eligible for scholarship and loan repayment programs. Learn more about the NHSC Loan Repayment Program.
Location and hours:
This position will be on-site at NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55411. This position will be part-time to full-time, working between 30 - 40 hours per week. Clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. (work hours will vary).
About the position type:
This is a part-time or full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Physician, Associate.
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Note: You must attach a cover letter and resume with your application materials to be considered for this position.
In this position, you will:
- Obtain health history, perform physical examinations, and conduct preventive screenings to provide the full-spectrum of primary care services for patients of all ages.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illness and disease.
- Provide prenatal care services (non-hospital).
- Provide education and preventive services for our patients.
- Make appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies.
- Participate in NorthPoint's quality management program.
- Utilize the electronic health records, Epic.
- Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of care programs based on the needs of our population.
- Serve as a resource to other staff and areas of the clinic.
- Guide and direct allied and ancillary personnel.
- Partner with patients and families to optimize their health and wellness.
- Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish and/or Hmong are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.
Requirements
Need to have:
- Graduation from an accredited school of medicine with a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree and completion of an approved internship and an approved formal Family Medicine residency.
- A valid license to practice medicine issued by the State of Minnesota.
- Board certification or board eligibility in the appropriate specialty.
Nice to have:
- Experience:
- Working with interpreters.
- Addressing racial equity, gender equity, LGBTQIA equity, neurodiversity equity, differing ability equity.
- Implementing DEI initiatives or a strong desire to learn and engage in these efforts.
- Engaging in ongoing professional development related to DEI.
- Knowledge of professional medical techniques, procedures, and treatments in a medical specialty; assessment techniques; instructional techniques; diagnostic tests and their interpretation; record and report preparation and maintenance.
- Skill in providing professional medical services and performing research activities.
