Primary Care Physician

Come learn about the Palm Primary Care experience! Our centers have a 98% patient satisfaction rate as we deliver senior primary care with genuine kindness.

At Palm Primary Care, our patients have the peace of mind knowing that their health and well-being are our primary concerns. We give our health plan clients the confidence that their members are well taken care of.

We provide primary care and other services to seniors and families in our medical centers that are comfortable, convenient and staffed with caring professionals. Our activity and wellness facilities are filled with health plan members who know us for our distinct events and programs that cater to the communities we serve.

Every day, Palm Primary Care delivers on its promise to bring value based, quality healthcare to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to adult and senior population within the Medicare Advantage/Medicare/Medicaid model
• Conduct routine and preventative visits, including annual wellness exams, chronic disease management, and acute care visits
• Order outside diagnostic tests and lab work as needed (blood/urine test, tissue samples, imagery, etc.)
• Develop and implement personalized care plans focused on improving patient outcomes, quality and satisfaction
• Manage patients using a value-based approach, emphasizing prevention, coordinated care, and reduction of avoidable hospitalization
• Collaborate closely with care teams including nurse practitioners, medical assistants, case managers and specialists to insure seamless patient care
• Review and address quality metrics, including HEDIS and STAR measures, to optimize clinical performance and patient outcomes
• Accurately and on a timely basis document encounters and diagnoses in eCW, ensuring complete and compliant coding for risk adjustment
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Maintain ongoing communication with patients and their families, providing education on disease prevention, medication management and health lifestyle choices
• Adhere to Palm Primary Care's protocols, standards of care, and compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and always work with respect and integrity
• Promote a positive, team-oriented culture consistent with Palm Primary Care's mission to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (M.D., D.O.) from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Active, unrestricted Texas Medical License
• Current DEA license in good standing
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience providing care to Medicare and/or Medicare Advantage patients preferred
• Experience working in a value-based care model, focused on outcomes, quality metrics, and patient satisfaction
• Strong understanding of HEDIS, STAR ratings, risk adjustment, and preventative care measures
• Demonstrated ability to manage chronic conditions and promote population health in a senior patient population
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for a multidisciplinary team environment
• Comfortable using EMR systems (eCW a plus)
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care aligned with Palm Primary Care's mission and standards

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties

• Geriatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Great work/life balance for our providers (No On-Call schedule)

Work Location: In person

Palm Primary Care is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Palm Medical Centers makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.